BioNTech's long-term outlook helped it shrug off a first-quarter loss and sinking revenue as demand for COVID-19 vaccines declined.  ( 17 min )

Li Auto, one of the homegrown companies increasing competition for Tesla in China, said Monday that orders for its newest model that launched in mid-April had passed 41,000 vehicles.  ( 18 min )

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Apple shares are in focus Monday morning after Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway reduced its stake in the iPhone maker. Monitor these important chart levels.  ( 18 min )

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These stocks have massive long-term opportunities.  ( 71 min )

The stock recently dropped sharply following the release of its first-quarter earnings report, but that shouldn't scare off investors.  ( 71 min )

Micron upgraded, Peloton downgraded: Wall Street's top analyst calls  ( 70 min )

Carvana has adjusted well to unprecedented changes in the used car market.  ( 69 min )

The Chinese EV maker's deliveries and margin could finally be stabilizing.  ( 71 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A veteran Canadian bank analyst says Toronto-Dominion Bank’s role in an alleged money-laundering scheme has made the “worst-case scenario” more likely — a huge fine and strict limits on the lender’s US growth.Most Read from BloombergTruce Talks Drag as Hamas Hits Israel Crossing in Deadly AttackBuffett Praises Apple After Trimming It, Drops Paramount StakeTreasury Rally Risks Running Into a $125 Billion Brick WallFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaLamborghi  ( 33 min )

Trump Media & Technology Group said in a filing with the SEC on Monday that it had switched to Semple, Marchal & Cooper on Saturday. The change was recommended and approved by the company's audit committee.  ( 69 min )

Investors pressed the panic button following the company's latest results, but a closer look suggests that its outstanding growth is here to stay.  ( 71 min )

A bigger COLA may sound great, but it has some big drawbacks for retirees too.  ( 71 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Tyson Foods Inc. raised its 2024 earnings outlook after posting second-quarter profits that beat analyst estimates amid a rebound in the US meat industry.Most Read from BloombergTruce Talks Drag as Hamas Hits Israel Crossing in Deadly AttackBuffett Praises Apple After Trimming It, Drops Paramount StakeFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaTreasury Rally Risks Running Into a $125 Billion Brick WallXi Begins Europe Tour in Paris as Macron Seeks to Reset TiesAdju  ( 69 min )

Here's why growth in recent years hasn't moved the needle and how the company aims to fix the problem.  ( 71 min )

With energy prices on the rise, here are three dividend stocks to consider in the energy sector, from high risk to low risk.  ( 71 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Results from the world’s biggest technology companies have brought mostly good news. There’s just one missing piece: Nvidia Corp.Most Read from BloombergTruce Talks Drag as Hamas Hits Israel Crossing in Deadly AttackBuffett Praises Apple After Trimming It, Drops Paramount StakeFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaTreasury Rally Risks Running Into a $125 Billion Brick WallXi Begins Europe Tour in Paris as Macron Seeks to Reset TiesThe company, whose dominance  ( 71 min )

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The biggest U.S. meat company by sales has shuttered six U.S. chicken plants since the start of last year, laid off corporate employees and announced plans to close a pork plant, in an attempt to rein in costs. Tyson's second-quarter net sales fell 0.5% to $13.07 billion, compared with estimates of $13.16 billion. The business has grappled with limited U.S. cattle supplies since last year.  ( 69 min )

Stocks rallied at the end of last week, getting a boost from a "Goldilocks" jobs report  ( 70 min )

Generative AI is generating big interest among investors, and this ETF provides plenty of industry exposure.  ( 71 min )

My wife is 76, born in 1948. She retired at full retirement age and currently collects $1,076 per month. I will be retiring and start collecting at 70 this year (I was born in 1954). When I collect $4,000+ per month does her monthly payment go up to spousal benefit automatically or does it have […] The post When I Claim My $4,000 Social Security, Will My Wife Automatically Get a Spousal Benefit? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 72 min )

Find the latest Zions Bancorporation N.A. (ZION) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 50 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Steward Health Care System LLC filed for bankruptcy early Monday as it’s finalizing a rescue loan with landlord Medical Properties Trust Inc. Most Read from BloombergTruce Talks Drag as Hamas Hits Israel Crossing in Deadly AttackBuffett Praises Apple After Trimming It, Drops Paramount StakeFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaTreasury Rally Risks Running Into a $125 Billion Brick WallXi Begins Europe Tour in Paris as Macron Seeks to Reset TiesThe Massachusett  ( 69 min )

Will the company's turnaround plan work?  ( 71 min )

Unlike other hedge fund managers, Bill Ackman only owns one "Magnificent Seven" stock.  ( 71 min )

The tech titan is still struggling to expand its core businesses.  ( 71 min )

When Greg Abel succeeds Warren Buffett at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, he is expected to preserve the culture at the behemoth even if he does not match the star power of his legendary boss. A 25-year Berkshire veteran, Vice Chairman Abel, 61, is expected by investors and analysts to uphold the $865 billion conglomerate's track record of investing in companies for the long haul and eschewing dividend payments to shareholders. Berkshire, which owns railroads, insurance companies and an ice-cream maker, has been planning for decades for the eventuality when Buffett, 93, who has run the company since 1965, is no longer there.  ( 71 min )

You can gain exposure to crypto without taking on excessive risk by investing in these two stocks.  ( 70 min )

These are today's mortgage rates. Although rates seem high, they are over 50 basis points lower than they were six months ago. Lock in your rate today.  ( 66 min )

(Bloomberg) -- For the first time in nearly a generation, fixed income is living up to its name.Most Read from BloombergTruce Talks Drag as Hamas Hits Israel Crossing in Deadly AttackBuffett Praises Apple After Trimming It, Drops Paramount StakeFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaTreasury Rally Risks Running Into a $125 Billion Brick WallXi Begins Europe Tour in Paris as Macron Seeks to Reset TiesThis, at a certain level, is simply the consequence of benchmark rates in the  ( 73 min )

Someone with $1.5 million in assets on top of Social Security income may be able to maintain a comfortable retirement starting at 65 with the right circumstances. While this is can be a relatively strong retirement profile depending on your needs, location and risk tolerance, you’ll need to plan carefully and make some critical decisions […] The post I’m 65 Years Old, Have $500k in Cash, $1 Million in an IRA and Social Security. Should I Retire Now? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 72 min )

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Nvidia's momentum might not keep going for too much longer.  ( 70 min )

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Who owns the second-most Berkshire Hathaway stock? That depends on a few factors.  ( 69 min )

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also are rising Monday as Wall Street comes off a positive week.  ( 16 min )

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The insurance business can be a great way to build wealth over time.  ( 71 min )

Prominent billionaire money managers are bidding adieu to shares of artificial intelligence (AI) kingpin Nvidia and piling into two premier stocks enacting splits.  ( 72 min )

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also are rising Monday as Wall Street comes off a positive week.  ( 16 min )

These wealthy hedge fund managers trimmed their Nvidia positions during the fourth quarter, while purchasing shares of supercharged index funds.  ( 71 min )

Here are a couple of great ideas on where to invest your money today.  ( 34 min )

Consumers are pulling back on their spending, and this company is feeling the pain.  ( 70 min )

You don't need a complicated investment strategy to become a millionaire.  ( 70 min )

This stock trades below its intrinsic value based on an upcoming merger, and Buffett can't get enough of it.  ( 71 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Chinese shares led gains in Asian equities as mainland markets played catchup after a holiday break. Most other Asian benchmarks also rose following softer-than-expected US payroll data Friday that revived bets on Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts.Most Read from BloombergTruce Talks Drag as Hamas Hits Israel Crossing in Deadly AttackFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaBuffett Praises Apple After Trimming It, Drops Paramount StakeTreasury Rally Risks Running  ( 71 min )

Digging deeper into the e-commerce giant's results paints an even more bullish picture.  ( 71 min )

The world's largest company has established an early lead in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry.  ( 71 min )

In some ways, Coca-Cola is still in recovery mode.  ( 70 min )

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De Amerikaanse uitgever Simon & Schuster (S&S) neemt de grootste uitgeverij van Nederland over. Veen Bosch & Keuning (VBK), dat boeken van onder anderen Herman Koch en Esther Verhoef uitbrengt, is de eerste grote Nederlandse uitgever die in buitenlandse handen komt.  ( 1 min )

Heineken wil nog groter worden in het Verenigd Koninkrijk. Het Nederlandse biermerk investeert ruim 45 miljoen euro (39 miljoen pond) in verschillende eigen pubs.  ( 1 min )

Eigenaren van zonnepanelen krijgen het bij veel energieleveranciers flink te verduren door de invoering van terugleverkosten. Ze stappen vaker over, maar slaan nog niet massaal op de vlucht. Dat blijkt uit een rondgang van NU.nl langs energieleveranciers en -vergelijkers.  ( 1 min )

De Australische luchtvaartmaatschappij Qantas heeft een boete van omgerekend 61 miljoen euro gekregen. Het gaat om een schikking met toezichthouder ACCC. Qantas had tienduizenden tickets verkocht voor vluchten die al waren geannuleerd.  ( 1 min )

De tarieven voor populaire hypotheekrentes zijn afgelopen week gestegen naar het hoogste punt van 2024. Meer dan de helft van de geldverstrekkers heeft zijn tarieven verhoogd. Dat blijkt uit cijfers van Van Bruggen Adviesgroep.  ( 1 min )

Een brief versturen via PostNL wordt op 1 juli duurder. Vanaf die datum betaal je 1,14 euro voor een postzegel. De prijs is nu nog 1,09 euro. De verhoging is volgens het postbedrijf nodig, omdat de loonkosten zijn gestegen.  ( 1 min )

U.S. stock futures were higher Monday morning, as the market looks to build on two consecutive weeks of gains amid hopes that the Fed could soon be in a position to cut interest rates.  ( 1 min )

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The time to jump into a red-hot growth prospect is usually right now...before any more investors identify the opportunity.  ( 72 min )

This year's Berkshire Hathaway meeting gave shareholders their best chance yet to hear from the man who will one day take over as CEO when Warren Buffett is gone, but Buffett said for the first time Saturday that Greg Abel should also take responsibility for the company's investments after he takes over, raising new questions about the succession plan. Abel put his encyclopedic knowledge of the utility business that he led directly for years on display and delved into railroad operations and potential acquisitions that Berkshire pursued while sharing the stage with Buffett all day. Abel pointed out that it required a major culture shift to get workers at PacifiCorp and the other utilities, who have long focused all their energy on keeping the lights on, to think about shutting the power down at times when the risk that their power lines could spark wildfires is too great.  ( 74 min )

Realty Income's shares remain down materially from pre-pandemic levels, so there's time to buy this industry giant.  ( 34 min )

Warren Buffett told Berkshire Hathaway shareholders that he has mixed feelings about artificial intelligence — in a tone he's expressed before.  ( 77 min )

"Rarely have I seen such a true win-win scenario for the government, Wall Street and the U.S. consumer."  ( 70 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Bond traders welcomed their first clear sign of a cooling US labor market, but it’s only a part of what’s needed to fire up the truly sweeping rally they’ve been hoping for all year.Most Read from BloombergFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaIsrael Shuts Gaza Crossing After Hamas Rocket Barrage From RafahEverything Apple Plans to Show at May 7 ‘Let Loose’ iPad EventBuffett Praised Apple After Trimming It, Drops Paramount StakeWorsening Weather Is Igniting a  ( 72 min )

These stocks have rock-solid businesses and they have impressive track records for paying dividends.  ( 70 min )

A special committee of the Paramount Global board charged with evaluating offers for the company met Saturday morning, though rival bidders for the studio are awaiting word on next steps. Paramount ended its exclusive negotiations with Skydance Media without a deal on Friday, allowing the special committee to entertain other offers for the home of "Mission: Impossible" and "SpongeBob SquarePants." Paramount's special committee signed off on beginning deal talks with Sony and Apollo, The New York Times reported on Sunday.  ( 69 min )

The dividend is just one reason to buy these stocks.  ( 70 min )

Growth investors shouldn't let these three tech ETFs fall by the wayside.  ( 71 min )

One of Buffett's favorite stocks of all time topped his list of buys in 2023.  ( 72 min )

Could Medical Properties Trust be an underrated stock to buy right now?  ( 71 min )

Some problems are good ones to have.  ( 63 min )

"Half of young adults don’t think they will ever afford a home, yet they will be asked to pay for their grandparents’ profligacy."  ( 70 min )

These stocks are riskier options than Nvidia, but they also have the potential to generate better returns.  ( 71 min )

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Affluent Americans may want to double-check how much of their bank deposits are protected by government-backed insurance. The rules governing trust accounts just changed.  ( 71 min )

(Bloomberg) -- At Berkshire Hathaway Inc.’s annual meeting in Omaha on Saturday, Warren Buffett heaped praise on Apple Inc. — after revealing he’d cut his stake in it.Most Read from BloombergTruce Talks Shift to Qatar as Hamas Hits Israel Border CrossingFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaBuffett Praises Apple After Trimming It, Drops Paramount StakeEverything Apple Plans to Show at May 7 ‘Let Loose’ iPad EventWorsening Weather Is Igniting a $25 Billion MarketBerkshire rep  ( 72 min )

(Bloomberg) -- At Berkshire Hathaway Inc.’s annual meeting in Omaha on Saturday, Warren Buffett heaped praise on Apple Inc. — after revealing he’d cut his stake in it.Most Read from BloombergFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaEverything Apple Plans to Show at May 7 ‘Let Loose’ iPad EventBerkshire Cash Hoard Scores Another Record as Earnings GainWorsening Weather Is Igniting a $25 Billion MarketThe World’s Hunger for Salmon Is Linked to an Ecological DisasterBerkshire repo  ( 72 min )

Explore IBM's dividend payouts in 2024. Here's what investors need to know.  ( 69 min )

With the peak of first quarter earnings season in the rearview, stocks got back to their winning ways last week ahead of a slower calendar for corporate and economic news.  ( 74 min )

(Bloomberg) -- It’s an oft-told anecdote littering social media: Those who invested early in cryptocurrencies have enjoyed life-changing wealth. Most Read from BloombergFrance’s Macron Calls for Reset of Economic Ties With ChinaEverything Apple Plans to Show at May 7 ‘Let Loose’ iPad EventBerkshire Cash Hoard Scores Another Record as Earnings GainThe World’s Hunger for Salmon Is Linked to an Ecological DisasterWorsening Weather Is Igniting a $25 Billion MarketHow much that extra cash gives them  ( 71 min )

The economic backdrop is finally highlighting how different these two prepared-coffee companies are.  ( 71 min )

There will be many winners in the AI race.  ( 70 min )

The Oracle of Omaha's picks continue to be some of the market's highest-quality, best-performing, long-term stocks. Feel free to borrow some of his ideas.  ( 72 min )

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The market has been volatile lately, and these moves could cost you.  ( 70 min )

Out comes Tesla CEO Musk from the factory floor to one of more glitzy conferences of the year.  ( 71 min )

We’ve received some mixed messages from the market recently. The S&P 500 finished April with a 4% loss, its first monthly loss after five straight months of gains. But the month of May has started with gains in trading, and the earnings season for 1Q24 has turned out better than expected. In addition, the Federal Reserve has indicated that it will be keeping interest rates ‘higher for longer,’ while inflation remains stubborn. A rate cut this year is still considered possible, but not likely unt  ( 72 min )

Google has a lot at stake as a federal judge weighs whether the tech giant’s search empire should be broken up. But so does the rest of Silicon Valley.  ( 72 min )

Dan Loeb bet on one of the cheaper Magnificent Seven stocks as an underrated AI play.  ( 71 min )

Many investors will find that Altria is the perfect stock for their portfolio right now given market conditions.  ( 70 min )

These great stocks are great picks for investors as spring winds down.  ( 71 min )

These cash-generating stocks can help you build sizable streams of passive income.  ( 70 min )

Investors are already shifting from the new year to "next year." It's time to get ready.  ( 72 min )

Not all Bitcoin ETFs are created equal. Just ask Cathie Wood of Ark Invest.  ( 71 min )

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Unfortunately, it's a sum that indicates that many 50-somethings' savings need work.  ( 71 min )

I own about 40 stocks, and these are the two I'd worry about least during tough times.  ( 70 min )

This simple approach can allow you to reduce risk while still participating in future stock or ETF gains.  ( 71 min )

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Bill Gross thinks a few other MLPs are more attractive than Enterprise Products Partners right now.  ( 71 min )

Some of the world's most successful investors are placing big bets on these high-yield dividend payers.  ( 70 min )

Several of the Dow's blue chip constituents are now deeply discounted, but that doesn't necessarily make them worth owning.  ( 72 min )

M2 money supply hasn't done this in nine decades.  ( 73 min )

Here's how you can build generational wealth in the stock market.  ( 71 min )

The time is right to buy shares of this big AI leader.  ( 70 min )

Is Alibaba a value or a value trap?  ( 71 min )

Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker and the biggest assembler of Apple's iPhone, reiterated on Sunday it expected a rise in second-quarter revenue, and reported record sales for the month of April.Foxconn said in a statement that this year's second quarter "remains a traditional off-peak season, and major products are entering a period of transition between old and new products". The company, formally called Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, said April revenue reached T$510.9 billion ($15.83 billion), which it said was the highest figure on record for the same period and represented an on-year rise of 19%. Revenue in its smart consumer electronics products, including smartphones, in April showed "significant growth" year-on-year, it said.  ( 69 min )

British American Tobacco made a major admission in 2023, and it says a great deal about the future of cigarettes in the U.S. market.  ( 71 min )

You can count on these companies to deliver in good and bad times.  ( 34 min )

An AI-driven turnaround could send shares of this company soaring.  ( 71 min )

Intel is showing signs of improvement, but can the stock regain its mojo and deliver healthy gains over the next five years?  ( 71 min )

Investors can learn a lot about Warren Buffett's strategy just by looking at the list of Berkshire Hathaway's top stocks.  ( 71 min )

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Van de ambitieuze kabinetsplannen om veel seniorenwoningen bij te bouwen, komt weinig terecht. De komende drie jaar worden er minder dan 10.000 gebouwd, terwijl het er ruim 100.000 zouden moeten zijn. Dat meldt ABN AMRO maandag.  ( 1 min )

iPhone-producent Foxconn heeft de inkomsten vorige maand aanzienlijk zien stijgen, tot het hoogste niveau ooit voor de maand april. De omzet klom met 19 procent tot omgerekend 14,8 miljard euro, maakte het Taiwanese bedrijf zondag bekend.  ( 1 min )

Huishoudens in een deel van het land krijgen het advies om geen elektrische warmtepomp te nemen, maar een hybride. Door de drukte op het stroomnet is er volgens het demissionaire kabinet geen ruimte voor volledig elektrische modellen. Een gemiste kans voor de verduurzaming van woningen?  ( 1 min )

Huishoudens in een deel van het land krijgen het advies om geen elektrische warmtepomp te nemen, maar een hybride. Door de drukte op het stroomnet is er volgens het kabinet geen ruimte voor volledig elektrische modellen. Een gemiste kans voor de verduurzaming van woningen?  ( 1 min )

Op Facebook zijn duizenden plaatjes te vinden van een Jezus-figuur in de vorm van maiskolven, garnalen en zandsculpturen. Soms staat er een man met een gieter naast, die het gewas zogenaamd heeft geoogst. Het is natuurlijk allemaal nep, maar niet altijd onschuldig.  ( 1 min )

Autobezitters zijn dit jaar flink duurder uit bij de verzekering en komende jaren zullen de premies verder stijgen. Velen kijken te weinig om naar hun polis en kunnen best wat besparen. Daarvoor hoef je niet altijd te wisselen van verzekering.  ( 1 min )

Earnings reports from McDonald’s and Starbucks showed consumers may be starting to feel the pressure of high prices, while consumers still flocked to familiar brands like Coca-Cola and Hershey.  ( 19 min )

Coming up: Federal Reserve officials speak, and Disney, Palantir, and Uber report earnings  ( 19 min )

First solar shares will be in the spotlight again Monday after the company broke out from a key chart pattern on Friday amid hopes that lower borrowing costs will help stimulate customer demand. Monitor this important price level.  ( 1 min )

In the week ahead, earnings from Disney, Palantir, and Uber will be released. Fed representatives speak on the economy, and consumer confidence data comes out.  ( 1 min )

Berkshire Hathaway shareholders flocked to Omaha Saturday, looking to glean some insight from Warren Buffett at the company's annual meeting. Here are four key takeaways.  ( 20 min )

Buffet Says Berkshire Is Building Cash Position  ( 19 min )

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway released its first-quarter earnings ahead of its annual meeting on Saturday, reporting increased operating income and gains in its insurance and railroad business.  ( 18 min )

Do iRobot's struggles after the Amazon deal failure confirm sell signals?  ( 71 min )

Berkshire Hathaway cut its stake in Apple by about 13% as its cash pile hit a record high in the first quarter. A bearish signal all around?  ( 71 min )

Berkshire Hathaway Inc shareholders on Saturday overwhelmingly rejected six proposals addressing environmental and social policy issues at Warren Buffett's conglomerate, all of which the billionaire investor and his board opposed. By margins of more than 4-to-1, shareholders at Berkshire's annual meeting voted against two proposals that the company's insurance and energy operations disclose more about their efforts to address climate change including greenhouse gas emissions. They also turned down a proposal for more disclosure about efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.  ( 69 min )

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Snowflake (NYSE:SNOW) stock is fresh off a nasty snowfall following its recent quarterly results that coincided with a surprising CEO change and disappointing guidance. Since its 52-week peak of $237.72 per share, SNOW stock has shed about 33% of its value. With plenty of AI innovations recently unveiled (with more likely to come), shares of the severely underrated artificial intelligence (AI) stock now seem way too oversold. Undoubtedly, the last Snowflake quarter had a lot for investors to dig  ( 71 min )

Half a million dollars might sound like a lot of money, but if you’re approaching retirement, is it enough? If you have $500,000 in a pre-tax IRA and expect $2,000 per month from Social Security, you may have enough money to retire at age 67. A half million dollars is a relatively modest nest egg, […] The post I Have $500k in an IRA and Will Receive $2,000 Monthly From Social Security. Can I Retire at 67? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 71 min )

Tesla, Alphabet, and General Motors are all pursuing self-driving cars, but another company is playing a major role in the development of autonomous vehicles.  ( 70 min )

A big cash pile protects the above-average core operations of this stellar company.  ( 71 min )

Warren Buffett took hours of questions from shareholders on Saturday for the first time since the passing of his right-hand man, Charlie Munger.  ( 89 min )

Warren Buffett discussed Berkshire Hathaway's decision to reduce its stake in tech giant Apple at Berkshire's annual meeting on Saturday in Omaha, Nebraska.  ( 70 min )

Warren Buffett said on Saturday Berkshire Hathaway sold its entire holding in Paramount at a loss, a decision he said was his sole responsibility. "It was 100% my decision and we've sold it all and we lost quite a bit of money," Buffett said while speaking at Berkshire's annual shareholder meeting in Omaha, Nebraska. The Omaha-based conglomerate had 63.3 million Paramount Global Class B shares as of the end of 2023.  ( 68 min )

Berkshire Hathaway's first quarter profits plummeted along with the paper value of its investments, but the company said Saturday that most of the businesses it owns outright performed well. The figures were heavily influenced by a large drop in the paper value of Berkshire’s investments. Buffett encourages investors to pay more attention to the conglomerate’s operating earnings that exclude the investment figures.  ( 70 min )

Can a nursing home seize your savings? What if your money is in a trust or a Roth IRA? For married and single retirees alike, these are important questions with nuanced answers. First for the good news: A nursing home cannot simply take your retirement accounts or savings. Short of legal action due to an […] The post Can a Nursing Home Take Our Assets? We Have a $500k IRA and a Trust to Protect Us appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 72 min )

Buyout decisions have become increasingly common for those with a pension plan. If you get this offer, the most important questions to deal with include when you would you receive the payout, and how long you expect to live. The earlier you would receive a lump sum payout, the more it will be worth to you […] The post Should I Take a $48,000 Lump Sum or $462 Monthly Payments for a Pension Annuity? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 72 min )

This year’s Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholder meeting marked a new era for the Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett. It’s the investing legend’s first without his right-hand man, Charlie Munger.  ( 72 min )

Will the No. 3 player in the space be the top dividend stock?  ( 63 min )

If you are looking at Altria today, you should consider owning Philip Morris International instead. Here's why.  ( 70 min )

The conglomerate just reported its first-quarter results, so here's a rundown of the key figures.  ( 70 min )

How much could Palantir Technologies stock be worth if it continues to grow at a rate of more than 20% for the next seven years?  ( 71 min )

It could be worth buying Intel's stock at a low and betting on its ability to rebound strongly over the next decade.  ( 71 min )

This industry-leading company is out of favor and worth buying now.  ( 71 min )

Despite the stock's struggles, this business has exhibited steady growth.  ( 70 min )

These stocks have been underwhelming investments this year, but in the long run, they may prove to be excellent buys.  ( 70 min )

There's a silver lining to closing down its other restaurant concept.  ( 70 min )

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Warren Buffett will take hours of questions from shareholders on Saturday without his right-hand man, Charlie Munger, for the first time in decades.  ( 70 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Marty Malinow's mom never could get her head around what her son did for a living. To friends, she said he was “a stockbroker that does something with the weather.” Malinow couldn’t really object — he knew most people had no clue about financial contracts based on things like sunshine, rainfall and wind.Most Read from BloombergEverything Apple Plans to Show at May 7 ‘Let Loose’ iPad EventBerkshire Cash Hoard Scores Another Record as Earnings GainThe World’s Hunger for Salmon Is Li  ( 74 min )

Eli Lilly has made inroads in the red-hot weight-loss market thanks to its diabetes blockbuster, Mounjaro.  ( 71 min )

MPLX is a well-oiled cash-producing machine.  ( 71 min )

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These picks offer a window into Druckenmiller's insights and mistakes.  ( 71 min )

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc posted a record quarterly profit on Saturday, bolstered by a significant increase in income from insurance underwriting. Berkshire said net income fell 64%, reflecting much lower unrealized gains from its common stock holdings as the share price of Apple declined. It also repurchased $2.6 billion of its own stock.  ( 68 min )

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As long as money continues to flow into the new Bitcoin ETFs, the price of Bitcoin should trend higher.  ( 70 min )

These two stocks are already benefiting from their AI investments.  ( 71 min )

This list of dividend stocks includes high-yield, dividend-growth, and lower-yielding dividend stocks with the potential for increasing payments.  ( 68 min )

Customer appetite for Nio cars is surging, as evidenced by an explosion in deliveries.  ( 68 min )

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The latest jobs report shows the labor market is still strong, but some workers say they’ve been forced to take jobs that pay almost half what they earned before.  ( 73 min )

These stocks have a great combination of income and upside potential.  ( 71 min )

Warren Buffett will take center stage at Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting on Saturday, as shareholders descend on to watch the famed investor as well as his expected successor. The meeting is the 60th for Buffett, 93, since he took over Berkshire in 1965. “It's just fun to be a part of it,” said Jeff Farmer, a 59-year-old public safety worker from Omaha, at an exhibit hall where Berkshire wares were for sale on Friday.  ( 70 min )

The chipmaker has delivered phenomenal gains over the past five years, and investors can expect the rally to continue in the future.  ( 71 min )

Apple may be having issues keeping its revenue growth up, but its growing services business has turbocharged its margins, which continue to increase significantly overall.  ( 70 min )

This stock is clearly a favorite of both famous billionaires.  ( 70 min )

This energy stock is too good to resist.  ( 70 min )

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These highly advantaged businesses have what they need to keep raising their dividend payouts.  ( 70 min )

Four industry-leading businesses with deceptively fast earnings growth rates are ripe for the picking by opportunistic investors.  ( 73 min )

Investing in Bitcoin miners can be lucrative, but there's more to know before adding them to your portfolio.  ( 71 min )

The oil company has shifted its capital return strategy toward share repurchases.  ( 70 min )

Shares of Super Micro Computer have rocketed higher amid soaring demand for artificial intelligence servers.  ( 71 min )

The future for Tesla is projected to look much different from the past.  ( 71 min )

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These energy stocks could produce high-powered total returns in the coming years.  ( 71 min )

AMD reported record data center revenue, but the rest of the business is weighing the stock down.  ( 69 min )

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Warren Buffett cautioned the tens of thousands of shareholders who packed an arena for his annual meeting that artificial intelligence scams could become "the growth industry of all time." Doubling down on his cautionary words from last year, Buffett told the throngs he recently came face to face with the downside of AI.  ( 75 min )

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The Securities and Exchange Commission on Friday charged an auditing firm hired by Trump Media and Technology Group just 37 days ago with “massive fraud” — though not for any work it performed for former President Donald Trump’s media company. The SEC charged the accounting firm BF Borgers and its owner, Benjamin F. Borgers, of “deliberate and systematic failures” in more than 1,500 audits. BF Borgers agreed to pay a $12 million fine while its owner agreed to pay a fine of $2 million.  ( 70 min )

GBTC, the biggest spot bitcoin ETF, has seen its assets under management lead over BlackRock's IBIT shrink.  ( 68 min )

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Kredietbeoordelaar S&P Global is positiever gestemd over de zogenoemde kredietwaardigheid van Turkije. Vooral dat de Turkse regering eindelijk weer een orthodoxer economisch beleid voert, wordt door het toonaangevende ratingbureau gewaardeerd.  ( 1 min )

Werknemers uit verschillende sectoren kunnen sinds 2021 met vervroegd pensioen. Het gaat om mensen met een zwaar beroep, zoals politiemedewerkers en bouwvakkers. Maar in 2025 eindigt de regeling en dat leidt tot grote onrust.  ( 1 min )

Al jaren gaat het stroef bij Blokker. Met verliezen van soms zelfs honderden miljoenen en een dreigend faillissement leek de neergang vorig decennium in gang gezet. Maar toch wist het bedrijf deze keer opnieuw het einde af te wenden.  ( 1 min )

Een verkoop van winkelketen Blokker is definitief van de baan. Het is moederbedrijf Mirage Retail Group gelukt om een geldschieter te vinden en zo de herfinanciering rond te krijgen.  ( 1 min )

Niet de A10 of A12, maar Brussel is zaterdag het toneel van een klimaatprotest. Extinction Rebellion (XR) wil de acties tegen fossiele subsidies over de grens tillen. Want ook de EU heeft een belangrijke rol in de afbouw daarvan.  ( 1 min )

Niet de A10 of A12, maar Brussel is zaterdag het toneel van een klimaatprotest. Extinction Rebellion (XR) wil de acties tegen fossiele subsidies over de grens tillen. Want ook de EU heeft een belangrijke rol in de afbouw daarvan.  ( 1 min )

Vrouwen die vanwege zwangerschap een contractverlenging mislopen of afgewezen worden bij een sollicitatie: het is per wet verboden. Toch blijft zwangerschapsdiscriminatie een hardnekkig probleem op de arbeidsmarkt. Belangrijker nog, de mate van discriminatie is in de afgelopen jaren niet afgenomen.  ( 1 min )

Vrouwen die vanwege zwangerschap een contractverlenging mislopen of afgewezen worden bij een sollicitatie: het is per wet verboden. Toch blijft zwangerschapsdiscriminatie een hardnekkig probleem op de arbeidsmarkt. Belangrijker nog, de mate van discriminatie is in de afgelopen jaren niet afgenomen.  ( 1 min )

Schiphol verwacht wederom een druk weekend vanwege de meivakantie. Inmiddels keren ook vakantiegangers terug, waardoor het bij de paspoortcontroles drukker kan zijn. "We verwachten dat het druk wordt, maar beheersbaar."  ( 1 min )

Schiphol verwacht wederom een druk weekend vanwege de meivakantie. Inmiddels keren vakantiegangers ook terug, waardoor het bij de paspoortcontroles drukker kan zijn. "We verwachten dat het druk wordt, maar beheersbaar", voorziet een woordvoerder.  ( 1 min )

De rechter heeft de aangekondigde busstaking in Twente verboden. Buschauffeurs van vervoersbedrijf Arriva waren van plan om maandag het werk neer te leggen.  ( 1 min )

Vrouwen die vanwege zwangerschap een contractverlenging mislopen of afgewezen worden bij een sollicitatie: het is per wet verboden. Toch blijft zwangerschapsdiscriminatie een hardnekkig probleem op de arbeidsmarkt. Belangrijker nog, de mate van discriminatie is in de afgelopen jaren niet afgenomen.  ( 1 min )

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway released its first-quarter earnings ahead of its annual meeting on Saturday, reporting increased operating income and gains in its insurance and railroad business.  ( 1 min )

Berkshire Hathaway shareholders flocked to Omaha Saturday, looking to glean some insight from Warren Buffett at the company's annual meeting. Here are four key takeaways.  ( 1 min )

Warren Buffett said that while Berkshire Hathaway sold Apple shares, his view on the attractiveness of the investment hasn't changed, but he thinks it's a good time to build Berkshire's cash position.  ( 1 min )

Follow along with Investopedia's reporting live from Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting in Omaha.  ( 1 min )

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Do you believe a turnaround is coming?  ( 69 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A few days ago, BlackRock Inc. sent an unusual message to thousands of clients. It contained none of the formulaic language or inscrutable fine print typically packed into these sorts of statements. No, this was a call to arms.Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineEverything Apple Plans to Show at May 7 ‘Let Loose’ iPad EventApple Rallies Most in 18 Months on Upbeat Forecast, BuybackTrump Auditions VP Picks Before Wealthy Donors in P  ( 74 min )

Paramount's 30-day window to negotiate exclusively with Skydance is closing without a deal and Sony is waiting around the hoop. What's next?  ( 70 min )

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Dividend Kings are an elite group of companies that have consistently increased their dividends for at least 50 consecutive years. These companies have demonstrated a remarkable ability to generate steady cash flows and reward shareholders with ...  ( 70 min )

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Surprisingly upbeat Apple earnings were boosting spirits in the wait for the monthly jobs report.  ( 85 min )

Pierre Omidyar, who founded eBay in 1995, has taken the top spot away from Oracle CEO Larry Ellison, who is now California-based.  ( 33 min )

Shares of this hydrogen and fuel cell stock are charging higher as the weekend approaches.  ( 69 min )

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Find the latest Qorvo, Inc. (QRVO) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 50 min )

Find the latest Carrier Global Corporation (CARR) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 50 min )

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Find the latest Bio-Techne Corp (TECH) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 49 min )

At his final Berkshire Hathaway Inc. meeting in 2023, months before his 100th birthday, Charlie Munger surprised investors with a story about a brilliant investment he made over 60 years ago alongside a golfing buddy. The story traces back to 1962 when Munger, then a real estate lawyer, struck an unlikely partnership with Al Marshall, an unemployed golfer with a keen eye for investments. Their encounter on the green led to a pivotal decision: pooling their resources to invest $1,000 each in oil  ( 63 min )

Many Americans wonder how much money to withdraw from their retirement savings each year, and financial expert Suze Orman believes that the 4% retirement rule is no longer the answer. Orman, known for her blunt and hard-hitting financial advice, discussed why so many Americans are living paycheck to paycheck and her opinion on retirement savings during an interview with SecureSave Co-Founder Devin Miller for Moneywise Don't Miss: The average American couple has saved this much money for retireme  ( 71 min )

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President Joe Biden followed through on Friday on his vow to veto a Republican-backed measure that would have repealed a U.S. labor board rule treating companies as the employers of many of their contract and franchise workers and requiring them to bargain with those workers' unions. The proposal to repeal the National Labor Relations Board rule passed Congress narrowly and it is unlikely Republicans can muster the two-thirds majority to override the veto by Biden, a Democrat. In a memo to lawmakers, Biden said the board's rule would ensure that employers cannot evade their legal obligations by controlling workers indirectly through contractors.  ( 70 min )

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The audit firm used by Donald Trump’s social media company has been shut down by US regulators after being accused of running a “sham audit mill”.  ( 69 min )

Vladimir Putin is throwing everything he has got at ramping up Russia’s war machine.  ( 71 min )

High-yield dividend stocks present an enticing option as investors continue to brace for a possible recession. Consistent dividend payouts can provide returns, even if stock prices begin to fall. With the Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell ruling ...  ( 71 min )

Rivian just found another way to conserve capital.  ( 69 min )

The company's growth projections don't match up to Wall Street's sky-high expectations.  ( 69 min )

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The regulatory agency said that hundreds of audits done by BF Borgers CPA PC contained “deliberate and systemic failures” that included false documentation to make it appear its reports complied with standards set by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.  ( 70 min )

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In the year that a required minimum distribution (RMD) is due from a 401(k), IRA or other pre-tax retirement account, you’re required to withdraw a certain amount and pay your taxes due to avoid a 50% penalty. But that doesn't mean there's nothing you can do about this, and the associated taxes. With proper planning, […] The post How Can I Reduce the Amount of My RMD Payments? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 74 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The Securities and Exchange Commission accused the auditor of Donald Trump’s social-media company of a “massive fraud” affecting more than 1,500 filings.Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineApple Rallies on Upbeat Forecast, Record-Setting BuybackTurkey Confirms All Trade Halt With Israel Over War in GazaHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, Awarding Millions in PrizesTrump Auditions VP Picks Before Wealthy Donors in Palm BeachBF Borger  ( 69 min )

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Apple shares popped after it reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings and boosted its dividend and share repurchase plans.  ( 71 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Cloudflare Inc. reported second-quarter revenue projections that fell short of analysts’ expectations, sending shares plunging in premarket trading Friday.Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineApple Rallies on Upbeat Forecast, Record-Setting BuybackTurkey Confirms All Trade Halt With Israel Over War in GazaHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, Awarding Millions in PrizesTrump Auditions VP Picks Before Wealthy Donors in Palm BeachThe San  ( 70 min )

With leadership positions in their industries, these stocks should be easy holds for the long term.  ( 70 min )

The busiest two weeks of first quarter earnings season are over. Here are the most significant reports.  ( 71 min )

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The tax agency announced goals Thursday in an effort to show what it’s doing to maximize the billions of dollars provided by the Inflation Reduction Act.  ( 71 min )

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“The biggest surprise when we got married was that my husband’s family saw me as a paycheck, even though they are all educated.”  ( 73 min )

ETFs can be a great way to boost your passive income stream while also achieving diversification.  ( 72 min )

Surprisingly upbeat Apple earnings were boosting spirits in the wait for the monthly jobs report.  ( 36 min )

Surprisingly upbeat Apple earnings were boosting spirits in the wait for the monthly jobs report.  ( 71 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The Federal Reserve’s slowed path toward cutting interest rates offers an extended chance to lock in attractive yields for longer and investors should “right-size” their allocation to bonds over stocks, according to Vanguard Group Inc. Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineApple Rallies on Upbeat Forecast, Record-Setting BuybackTurkey Confirms All Trade Halt With Israel Over War in GazaHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, Awarding Mill  ( 70 min )

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The Nasdaq Composite is also rising.  ( 16 min )

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Criminals allegedly laundered millions of dollars of fentanyl proceeds through TD branches in New York and New Jersey, according to the Wall Street Journal.  ( 70 min )

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In a market where finding reliable income streams can be challenging, dividend stocks have long been a favorite among investors seeking steady returns. However, not all dividend stocks are created equal. Despite their attractive yields, some may be ...  ( 70 min )

Surprisingly upbeat Apple earnings were boosting spirits in the wait for the monthly jobs report.  ( 72 min )

Elon Musk's carmaker Tesla has sued an Indian battery maker for infringing its trademark by using the brand name "Tesla Power" to promote its products, seeking damages and a permanent injunction against the company from a New Delhi judge. Tesla in a hearing at the Delhi High Court this week said the Indian company had continued advertising its products with the "Tesla Power" brand despite a cease-and-desist notice sent in April 2022, according to details of the proceedings posted on the court website on Friday. During the hearing, the Indian company, Tesla Power India Pvt Ltd, argued its main business is to make "lead acid batteries" and it has no intention of making electric vehicles.  ( 33 min )

The company, which is known for its three brands Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo, projected full-year revenue growth in the mid-to-high-single digit percentage range late on Thursday, down from a prior forecast of double-digit growth. The company had migrated its Vrbo brand to the Expedia platform along with the rollout of its consolidated loyalty program covering all three brands, in a bid to allow customers to book across nameplates under one platform. While Expedia hoped for a profit boost from the re-platforming of Vrbo, it said the brand was seeing a slower rebound, which weighed on overall bookings.  ( 69 min )

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Find the latest Weyerhaeuser Company (WY) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 50 min )

Find the latest Lear Corporation (LEA) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 50 min )

Find the latest KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 50 min )

Find the latest Packaging Corporation of Americ (PKG) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 50 min )

These billionaires are favoring shares of potential AI winners.  ( 71 min )

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The fintech offered a mixed outlook following its first-quarter earnings announcement.  ( 70 min )

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Find the latest The Bancorp, Inc. (TBBK) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 49 min )

Apple jumped 5.8%, outpacing other megacap stocks in premarket trading after the iPhone maker unveiled a record $110 billion share buyback program and beat modest expectations for quarterly results and forecast. Amgen climbed 13.5% as the biotechnology firm said it was very encouraged after completing an interim analysis of its mid-stage study of experimental weight-loss drug MariTide and as it reported first-quarter earnings. Sentiment also remained upbeat as investors weighed the U.S. Federal Reserve's more dovish-than-expected interest rate guidance in its latest policy meeting, causing U.S. stocks to rally on Thursday.  ( 70 min )

The start-up of LNG Canada, the country's first such export terminal, is likely to strain its natural gas supplies for multiple years and force producers to reduce exports to the U.S., where demand for the fuel is record high, companies said. Shell-led LNG Canada has begun testing its C$40-billion British Columbia terminal ahead of commercial operations starting in mid-2025. The terminal will process up to 2 billion cubic feet per day (bcfd), representing 11% of current Canadian gas output.  ( 71 min )

Amgen, which is conducting mid-stage studies of its injectable drug MariTide, said that it was "confident in MariTide's differentiated profile and believe it will address important unmet medical needs." The company expects to have data from the Phase 2 trial late this year and said it is planning "for a comprehensive Phase 3 program across multiple indications," including diabetes. "Never Mind the Quarter – How ‘Bout That MariTide Update?," Piper Sandler analyst Christopher Raymond wrote in a research note, calling the quarter "sort of ho hum."  ( 69 min )

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Super Micro Computer sales are soaring, but investors wanted to see more from the artificial intelligence enabler after its latest earnings release.  ( 69 min )

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Several wealthy hedge fund managers sold shares of Nvidia during the fourth quarter, while purchasing shares of red-hot Palantir and Amazon.  ( 72 min )

Two sensational, time-tested businesses account for more than half of the invested assets the Oracle of Omaha oversees at Berkshire Hathaway.  ( 72 min )

Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) and Apollo Global Management have made a $26 billion cash offer for Paramount Global, the Wall Street Journal reported. The two companies submitted the non-binding offer letter on Wednesday, signed by Sony Pictures Chief Executive Tony Vinciquerra and Apollo partner Aaron Sobel, said the WSJ, citing people familiar with the matter. Reuters reported earlier in April that Sony's SPE and Apollo were in talks to make a joint bid for Paramount.  ( 69 min )

AMD stock fell after disappointing stock market investors.  ( 68 min )

The 30-component Dow Jones Industrial Average is housing three phenomenal deals that are hiding in plain sight.  ( 72 min )

The AI pioneer is poised to report earnings on Monday. Is the stock headed higher?  ( 72 min )

Years of experience and an ever-expanding market opportunity could propel customer relationship management (CRM) specialist HubSpot to new heights.  ( 71 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Equities in Asia climbed along with futures contracts for US and European stocks amid a rally in technology shares. The yen surged ahead of US jobs data due later Friday.Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineTurkey Confirms All Trade Halt With Israel Over War in GazaHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, Awarding Millions in PrizesBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaIn Jamie Dimon's America, the Stock Market Has A  ( 71 min )

Investing in growth stocks can be an excellent strategy to boost your long-term wealth.  ( 69 min )

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Tesla and its robotaxi ambitions lead the show.  ( 45 min )

In this piece, I evaluated two of the Magnificent Seven stocks, Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) and Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), using TipRanks’ Comparison Tool below to see which is better. A closer look suggests a bullish view for Amazon and a neutral view for Meta. Of course, neither company needs an introduction, but Amazon is an e-commerce and cloud-computing giant, while Meta Platforms owns and operates several social networks, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and others. Shares of Amazon ar  ( 72 min )

Reddit is set to announce on Tuesday its first quarterly earnings report since it started trading publicly, offering more insight into the platform's monetization efforts.  ( 19 min )

Live Nation shares surged as sales soared to a record high with stars like Taylor Swift driving rising demand for concert tickets.  ( 18 min )

The S&P 500 jumped 1.3% on Friday, May 3, 2024, as the latest jobs report showed a cooling labor market, revitalizing hopes for a near-term interest rate cut.  ( 18 min )

Disney is set to report earnings on Tuesday before the opening bell, with investors likely to be watching for streaming subscriber growth as the company works toward profitability in its streaming business.  ( 18 min )

The auditing firm for Donald Trump’s Trump Media and other companies, BF Borgers, and its owner Benjamin Borgers, were fined and banned for life by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for what it called "massive fraud."  ( 18 min )

Apple Inc.’s $110 billion stock buyback announcement is the largest stock buyback program in recent history, beating its own record set in 2018.  ( 16 min )

Analysts highlighted near-term growth catalysts after Apple reported stronger-than-expected earnings that sent its stock higher.  ( 19 min )

Fortinet shares tumbled as the cybersecurity firm’s billings and product revenue declined, outweighing higher-than-forecast total results for the first quarter.  ( 17 min )

U.S. employers added fewer jobs than forecast in April, breaking a three-month-long streak of hotter-than-expected jobs data. The news gave markets a boost, and could be exactly what the Federal Reserve is looking for.  ( 18 min )

U.S. equities were higher at midday Friday, May 3, 2024 after the Labor Department reported fewer-than-anticipated jobs were created in April, raising hopes the Fed will cut interest rates.  ( 17 min )

ExxonMobil said it completed its deal to buy Pioneer Natural Resources valued at nearly $60 billion after U.S. regulators set conditions.  ( 17 min )

Hershey posted better-than-expected results for the first quarter on higher prices and demand for sweets in its North American market.  ( 17 min )

Shares of Expedia Group, which operates its namesake travel booking site along with Vrbo, Travelocity, and Hotwire, tumbled Friday after the company lowered its guidance.  ( 18 min )

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Cloudflare shares tumbled in premarket trading Friday after the company posted a soft current-quarter sales outlook that overshadowed first-quarter results that came in ahead of Wall Street expectations. Monitor this important chart level.  ( 18 min )

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Apple CEO Tim Cook talked about opportunities related to artificial intelligence, Apple's upcoming product announcement, growth in its Services segment, and addressed China sales concerns during the iPhone maker's earnings call after its fiscal second-quarter earnings beat analysts' estimates.  ( 18 min )

Ov-bedrijf Hermes richt zich op studenten om het tekort aan buschauffeurs aan te pakken. Een wervingsactie in de regio Eindhoven heeft al zestig studentchauffeurs opgeleverd.  ( 1 min )

De prijs van een vat ruwe olie is de afgelopen week gedaald naar het laagste punt sinds half maart. De benzineprijzen zijn nog niet mee gedaald, maar daar zou binnenkort verandering in kunnen komen.  ( 1 min )

De maandenlange daling van de prijzen van basisvoedsel als graan en vlees heeft in de afgelopen maand niet doorgezet. Dit komt onder meer door de stijgende wereldwijde vraag, blijkt uit cijfers van VN-voedselorganisatie FAO.  ( 1 min )

Een Oekraïner is in de Verenigde Staten veroordeeld tot een celstraf van dertien jaar en zeven maanden. De man is schuldig bevonden aan het uitvoeren van cyberaanvallen met gijzelsoftware via softwaremaker Kaseya.  ( 1 min )

De maandenlange daling van de prijzen van basisvoedsel als zuivel en vlees heeft in de afgelopen maand niet doorgezet. Dit komt onder meer door de stijgende wereldwijde vraag, blijkt uit cijfers van VN-voedselorganisatie FAO.  ( 1 min )

Apple biedt Nederlandse gebruikers van zijn navigatieapp Kaarten vanaf nu eindelijk de mogelijkheid om fietsroutes uit te stippelen. Google Maps heeft die functie al twaalf jaar.  ( 1 min )

Een Oekraïner is in de Verenigde Staten veroordeeld tot een celstraf van dertien jaar en zeven maanden. De man is schuldig bevonden aan het uitvoeren van cyberaanvallen met gijzelsoftware via softwaremaker Kaseya.  ( 1 min )

In het eerste kwartaal van dit jaar zijn wereldwijd ruim 10 procent minder iPhones over de toonbank gegaan. Het enige waar Apple meer aan verdiende, waren diensten zoals de App Store en Apple Music. Maar ook dat staat onder druk.  ( 1 min )

Booking Holdings is in de eerste maanden van het jaar harder gegroeid dan het reisbedrijf zelf had verwacht. Het moederbedrijf van het in Amsterdam gevestigde Booking.com profiteerde van een toename van het aantal boekingen.  ( 1 min )

Gazprom heeft vorig jaar voor het eerst sinds 1999 een verlies geleden. Na de grootschalige inval van Rusland in Oekraïne verkocht het Russische staatsgasbedrijf steeds minder gas aan Europa, waarmee een winstgevende exportmarkt is weggevallen.  ( 1 min )

Schoenmakers, goudsmeden, kleer- en kaarsenmakers en orgelbouwers: het zijn enkele ambachtelijke beroepen die verdwijnen uit het straatbeeld, blijkt uit een inventarisatie van AmbachtNederland. Consumenten nemen steeds minder vaak de moeite om hun kapotte producten te laten repareren.  ( 1 min )

The auditing firm for Donald Trump’s Trump Media and other companies, BF Borgers, and its owner Benjamin Borgers, were fined and banned for life by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for what it called "massive fraud."  ( 1 min )

Apple Inc.’s $110 billion stock buyback announcement is the largest stock buyback program in recent history, beating its own record set in 2018.  ( 1 min )

Fortinet shares tumbled as the cybersecurity firm’s billings and product revenue declined, outweighing higher-than-forecast total results for the first quarter.  ( 1 min )

ExxonMobil said it completed its deal to buy Pioneer Natural Resources valued at nearly $60 billion after U.S. regulators set conditions.  ( 1 min )

Warren Buffett will take the stage to answer questions at Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting tomorrow, soon after the company reports its first quarter earnings. Here's what investors are looking out for.  ( 1 min )

Keep updated on the latest events that are effecting markets, the economy, and your portfolio.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were higher at midday Friday, April 3, 2024 after the Labor Department reported fewer-than-anticipated jobs were created in April, raising hopes the Fed will cut interest rates.  ( 1 min )

U.S. stock futures were solidly higher Friday morning as investors digested a slew of earnings reports and awaited the monthly U.S. employment report.  ( 1 min )

Fortinet, Inc. (NASDAQ:FTNT) reported its first-quarter financial results after the bell on Thursday. Here are the highlights. Fortinet reported quarterly earnings of 43 cents per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 38 cents. The quarterly revenue grew 6.97% year over year to $1.35 billion, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $1.338 billion. Product revenue fell 18.3% year over year to $408.9 million, while Service revenue grew 24% to $944.4 million. Total billings were $1.  ( 69 min )

Starbucks stock just got a lot cheaper. But is it cheap enough?  ( 69 min )

This cybersecurity leader is shifting gears in its strategy to capture more share of a booming market.  ( 69 min )

Cloudflare, Inc. (NYSE:NET) reported its first-quarter financial results after the bell on Thursday. Here are the details. Cloudflare reported quarterly earnings of 16 cents per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 13 cents by 23.08%. The company closed quarterly sales of $378.6 million, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $373.09 million. It represents a 30.47% growth from the prior year's period. Free cash flow was $35.6 million, or 9% of revenue, compared to $13.9 mill  ( 69 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. shares jumped in late trading after the company posted stronger-than-expected sales last quarter and predicted a return to growth in the current period, sparking optimism that a slowdown is easing. Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, Awarding Millions in PrizesBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastTurkey H  ( 72 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- In a move fitting for one of the largest companies in the world, Apple Inc. just announced the biggest US buyback ever, saying its board approved an additional $110 billion in share repurchases. Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, Awarding Millions in PrizesBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaTurkey Confirms All Trade Halt With Israel Over War in GazaUS and Saudis Near Defe  ( 69 min )

Ever wonder how your savings stacks up against others? Here’s a breakdown of the average American’s savings balance by age.  ( 67 min )

Apple CEO Tim Cook boasted about the company's upcoming generative AI plans during the iPhone maker's Q2 earnings call.  ( 70 min )

Paramount's exclusivity window with Skydance expires on Friday.  ( 71 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Amgen Inc.’s shares soared in late trading after its chief executive officer said he was “very encouraged” by early results from a study of the company’s experimental obesity drug, MariTide. Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, Awarding Millions in PrizesBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaTurkey Confirms All Trade Halt With Israel Over War in GazaUS and Saudis Near Defense  ( 69 min )

The company has been very clever about harnessing technology to help improve performance.  ( 69 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The father-son duo behind Carvana Co. have seen their fortunes rebound as shares of the Phoenix-based online used-car dealer have surged more than 3,000% from historic lows.Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastTurkey Halts All Trade With Israel Over War in GazaIn Jamie Dimon's America, the Stock Market Has Already  ( 62 min )

The payments firm announced the news alongside its first quarter earnings report on Thursday afternoon.  ( 68 min )

Traders often forget about the capital gains taxes they owe on trading profits throughout the year. But even if they did forget, nearly all of them still pay the taxes on what they've earned. Most will pay them without trouble, but some will refuse to pay capital gains taxes. Roger Ver, also known as "Bitcoin Jesus," is one of the traders who refused to pay taxes on his Bitcoin (BTC) gains, which resulted in legal trouble. Don't Miss: If you invested $100 in DOGE when Elon Musk first tweeted abo  ( 70 min )

Coinbase posted its second consecutive quarterly profit as crypto trading surged during the first three months of 2024.  ( 70 min )

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Apple on Thursday reported a smaller than expected decline in quarterly revenue, and Chief Executive Tim Cook told Reuters the company expects a return to sales growth in the current quarter as it invests in AI features to be unveiled in the coming months. Shares of Apple rose almost 3% in extended trade after the report. Apple's stock has fallen 10% so far in 2024, underperforming the S&P 500's 6% rise.  ( 70 min )

Apple reported better than expected Q2 earnings, as iPhone sales fell 10% year-over-year.  ( 70 min )

Home prices are up in every major U.S. city, plus mortgage rates are nearing their 2023 peak.  ( 70 min )

Even in a job market that ultimately favors applicants over firms, the hiring process remains a grueling ordeal.  ( 34 min )

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Nvidia is dominating the AI hardware market, but who's paying it?  ( 33 min )

The IRS said Thursday that it has taken steps to address a wide disparity in audit rates between Black taxpayers and others filers, and is more closely examining the returns of larger numbers of wealthy people and major companies. “We are overhauling compliance efforts to advance our commitment to fair, equitable, and effective tax administration and hold ourselves accountable to taxpayers we serve," according to an annual update from the agency. A study from January 2023 involving university researchers and the Treasury Department found that IRS data-driven algorithms selected Black taxpayers for auditing at up to 4.7 times the rate of non-Black taxpayers.  ( 70 min )

Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors of all time, is still going strong at 93 years old. However, he is not unaware of his eventual mortality, saying "I feel good but fully realize I am playing in extra innings." Like any good CEO, he's been thinking about his succession planning. Greg Abel, who runs Berkshire Hathaway's (NYSE:BRK) non-insurance business operations, is set to succeed Buffett as CEO when Buffett passes. While some investors in Berkshire fear that the stock will se  ( 70 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Sony Group Corp. and Apollo Global Management Inc. made a $26 billion proposal to buy Paramount Global, the media giant that owns CBS and MTV, according to people with knowledge of the matter.Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaTurkey Halts All Trade With Israel Over War in GazaHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, A  ( 70 min )

Rivian Automotive said on Thursday it has received $827 million in incentives from the State of Illinois to expand operations at its Normal facility in the state.  ( 68 min )

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Florida’s real estate market is experiencing a surge in inventory levels, prompting sellers across the state to aggressively cut prices. A recent report from Redfin highlights a marked increase in properties for sale, particularly along the Gulf Coast, with some areas seeing inventory spikes of up to 50% compared to last year. The once-trendy North Port-Sarasota area is now witnessing a 48% jump in homes on the market, signaling a cooling phase for what was one of the hottest housing markets in  ( 63 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A company tied to Intel Corp.’s expansion of computer chip factories in Arizona is selling $3.85 billion of investment-grade bonds on Thursday. Most Read from BloombergSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, Awarding Millions in PrizesTurkey Halts All Trade With Israel Over War in GazaFoundry JV Holdco is s  ( 69 min )

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Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft Corp. and a renowned philanthropist, has been slipping down the ranks of the world’s billionaires. Despite boasting a net worth of nearly $128 billion, Gates is at No. 9 on the Forbes Billionaire Index, a significant drop from his previous position at No. 7 a month ago. This marks his lowest ranking since 1990 when he ranked 16th. Gates has been recognized not only for his immense wealth but also for his environmental advocacy, which makes his ownership of  ( 71 min )

Personal finance expert Suze Orman compares restrictive budgets to crash diets and explains why you should ditch your budget in 2024. Orman’s advice may seem unconventional, but Orman, an expert in finance who hosts the podcast "Women & Money (and Everyone Smart Enough to Listen)," disagrees with strict budgets. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Orman said she hates budgets and compared them to crash or fad diets that are doomed to fail. Don't Miss: If the United States had access to  ( 71 min )

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Novo Nordisk CEO Lars Jørgensen tells Yahoo Finance the company is confident about a robust GLP-1 sales year despite missing Wall Street estimates.  ( 71 min )

Rivian and Tesla are moving in opposite directions with EV charging.  ( 69 min )

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Warren Buffett, arguably one of the most successful investors of the 21st century, has amassed a wealth of $131 billion, making him the seventh richest person on this planet as of April 30. Buffett’s Sage Advice: Don’t Take Unnecessary Risk During the ...  ( 71 min )

SoFi stock is down close to 30% this year.  ( 69 min )

Is this bad news for Nvidia's upcoming earnings call?  ( 69 min )

For income-focused investors, dividend ETFs can be an attractive option for generating steady cash flow. These funds offer exposure to a diversified portfolio of dividend-paying companies, often with lower volatility than individual stocks. Let's take ...  ( 71 min )

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Mortgage rates have been so low for so long that it's created a lock-in effect where people don't want to sell their homes to buy new ones for fear of losing their attractive rates. That's made it "almost impossible" for first-time homebuyers to enter the housing market, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said during her testimony before the House Ways and Means Committee. "With house prices having gone up and now with much higher interest and mortgage rates, it's almost impossible for first-t  ( 71 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Peloton Interactive Inc. said Chief Executive Officer Barry McCarthy is stepping down after two years in the role as the company plans to shed about 15% of its global workforce in an effort to revive sputtering growth.Most Read from BloombergUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineNYPD  ( 70 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Bill Gross, who pioneered the “total return” strategy in the 1980s that revolutionized the bond market, says the approach is now defunct. Most Read from BloombergUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaHuawei Secretly Backs US Research, Awarding Millions in PrizesTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketInstead of just pickin  ( 70 min )

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The Bank of Japan may have intervened in this pair, but at the end of the day, there is very little they can do to change the trend, only being able to slow it down.  ( 69 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The US Federal Trade Commission declined to challenge Exxon Mobil Corp.’s $60 billion purchase of Pioneer Natural Resources Co. but asserted that Scott Sheffield, Pioneer’s co-founder, must not take a seat on the supermajor’s board. Most Read from BloombergUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastBiden Calls Ally Japan ‘Xenophobic’ Along With China, RussiaSaudi Arabia Steps Up Arrests Of Those Attacking Israel OnlineTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broade  ( 63 min )

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Microsoft has agreed to the largest single corporate power-purchase agreement ever signed.  ( 71 min )

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Measuring your own wealth can be a tricky thing but seeing how you compare with other households can be a useful way to assess your finances. The real financial benchmarks to measure, however, are your own. Are you achieving your goals? Are you on track to keep doing so in the future? Here are a […] The post Common Net Worth Statistics You Need to Know appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 72 min )

Passive income investors can choose between two dividend stocks yielding more than 6%.  ( 68 min )

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Retirement can seem like a faraway goal until all of a sudden, it's not. When you only have a few years left until you retire, the financial decisions you make take on a new importance. Once you're inside the five-year window, that's a good time to review your plan to make sure you're on track. […] The post How to Master the Last 5 Years Before Retirement appeared first on SmartReads CMS - SmartAsset.  ( 73 min )

Investors are accentuating the positive in Jerome Powell's policy comments and looking ahead to Apple earnings.  ( 73 min )

SMCI stock crashed 15% after reporting its latest earnings results.  ( 68 min )

Sales to Chinese smartphone makers jumped 40% in the first half of its fiscal year, the company said on Wednesday, as buyers there gravitate toward higher-priced devices that can accommodate AI chatbots. "Chinese vendors who traditionally relied more on MediaTek, are going to start leveraging Qualcomm's high-end chips more as they push hard into the AI Agenda," said IDC analyst Nabila Popal. "They further represent an upside for Qualcomm because majority of the recovery is also going to be driven by Chinese OEMs this year, coming from a tough last two years."  ( 69 min )

It pays to develop novel medicines for life-threatening illnesses.  ( 71 min )

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Your financial objectives and risk tolerance will primarily dictate how you structure your portfolio. But you'll also want to consider taxes and fees, your potential lifespan, need for long-term care and desire to leave an inheritance behind. A financial advisor can help you identify the right portfolio construction strategy for your situation. Connect with a […] The post I'm 65 and Retiring Soon. How Should I Structure My $1.1 Million Portfolio? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 71 min )

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PayPal stock is under fire, but patient investors could eventually win big.  ( 70 min )

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Moderna on Thursday reported quarterly revenue that beat Wall Street estimates but came in dramatically lower than the previous year when demand for COVID-19 vaccines was higher. Sales of Moderna’s COVID-19 shot Spikevax, its only marketed product, dropped 91% from the previous year to $167 million for the quarter but surpassed analysts’ expectations of $97.5 million. The Cambridge, Massachusetts-based drugmaker reaffirmed that it expects to receive approval from regulators for its respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine in time for it to be included in this fall's U.S. vaccine campaign.  ( 69 min )

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While Fed chair Jerome Powell indicated that stubbornly high inflation would see a long-expected U.S. rate cut pushed back, he refused to entertain talk that rates might actually need to go up again. Money markets see a 58% chance of the first rate cut of at least 25 basis points (bps) being delivered in September, but have priced in a greater 69% chance of a cut in November, according to CME FedWatch tool. "The Fed's official statement did acknowledge a 'lack of further progress' in inflation reduction in recent months," Preston Caldwell, chief U.S. economist at Morningstar, said.  ( 69 min )

This integrated major, oilfield services leader, and exploration and production company all benefit from higher oil prices.  ( 27 min )

“My business has been doing well lately, and I am able to take nice owner distributions of $10,000 to $30,000 per month,”  ( 71 min )

The list includes growth, dividend, and artificial intelligence (AI) stocks.  ( 69 min )

The S&P 500 is within striking distance of a fresh all-time high. Is now a good time to invest?  ( 70 min )

Income investors can buy in May and go away with these stocks.  ( 71 min )

Tesla downplayed expectations of the $25,000 model, preferring to call it a lower-priced model instead.  ( 68 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Most Asian equities rose after Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell downplayed the prospect of further interest-rate hikes. The yen resumed losses after a sudden jump hinted at intervention.Most Read from BloombergUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketJerome Powell Offered Markets a Reprieve. It Vanished in a BlinkNYPD Arrests Over 300 Protesters in Crackdown on College CampusesThe Ozempic Effect: How a  ( 71 min )

Two supercharged monthly dividend stocks -- with an average yield of 8.29% -- are ripe for the picking by opportunistic investors.  ( 73 min )

The pharma-giant's shares could be poised for a trend reversal.  ( 70 min )

Tesla is making big strides in autonomous driving around the globe.  ( 70 min )

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These potential stock-split stocks could help patient investors turn a profit in the market.  ( 71 min )

Nvidia has gained $1.9 trillion in market cap since the start of 2023 -- but the sledding is about to get tougher.  ( 73 min )

SoFi did an excellent job de-risking the business in the latest quarter.  ( 68 min )

The chief executive said we're creating "something new that was impossible to produce in the past."  ( 70 min )

Management is taking action, signaling it believes its shares are significantly undervalued.  ( 68 min )

Amid a recent pullback, three top AI innovators sell at a discount.  ( 71 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Hong Kong’s world-beating stock rally is showing no signs of letting up even with Chinese investors, a key buying force, out of action. Most Read from BloombergUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastJerome Powell Offered Markets a Reprieve. It Vanished in a BlinkTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketNYPD Arrests Over 300 Protesters in Crackdown on College CampusesThe Ozempic Effect: How a Weight Loss Wonder Drug Gobbled Up an Entire EconomyT  ( 70 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Bitcoin’s tumble is piquing the interest of investors who view pronounced swings in the digital token as a possible precursor for broader changes in risk appetite in global markets.Most Read from BloombergUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketNYPD Arrests Over 300 Protesters in Crackdown on College CampusesThe Ozempic Effect: How a Weight Loss Wonder Drug Gobbled Up an Entire EconomyJerome Powell Offere  ( 70 min )

Shipping group A.P. Moller-Maersk on Thursday reported first-quarter earnings above expectations and lifted the lower end of its full-year profit guidance range. Maersk said it now expects underlying earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) this year between $4 billion and $6 billion, compared with its previous guidance between $1 billion and $6 billion.  ( 68 min )

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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's reassuring message following the central bank’s monetary policy meeting may not calm frazzled U.S. stock and bond investors, as uncertainty over the path of inflation intensifies the focus on upcoming data. Though Powell on Wednesday acknowledged a lack of recent progress in the Fed’s battle against rising consumer prices, he reiterated the view that interest rates are likely headed lower this year. That was a relief for those worried the Fed could be eyeing more rate increases after three straight months of stronger-than-expected inflation.  ( 71 min )

After some recent losses, markets turned up during Wednesday’s after-hours trading session. This upturn coincided with Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell’s announcement confirming that there will be no further rate hikes for the foreseeable future. The upward turn in the markets highlights the volatility in current conditions – but that’s not a bad thing at all, for at least one market expert. John Stoltzfus, chief investment strategist at Oppenheimer, gives a clear explanation of where the market  ( 72 min )

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Apple reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings and announced a $110 billion stock buyback program after the closing bell on Thursday.  ( 18 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.9% on Thursday, May 2, 2024, as concerns subsided about a possible rate hike and ahead of Friday's jobs report.  ( 21 min )

Analysts Says It's Not Cause For Concern  ( 19 min )

Palantir Technologies is set to report earnings after the bell on Monday, with investors likely to be watching for signs that growth fueled by rising demand for artificial intelligence is being sustained.  ( 19 min )

Apple semiconductor supplier Qorvo provided softer-than-expected guidance for the current quarter as mobile phone sales slow.  ( 17 min )

Shares Hit Their Highest Level Since Last August  ( 18 min )

Reduced Costs Stemming From Job Cuts Announced In January Buoyed Results  ( 18 min )

U.S. equities were higher at midday as the markets weighed Fed Chair Powell's comments about the future of interest rates.  ( 17 min )

Stock Hit Four-Year Low Thursday  ( 18 min )

Carvana set profit and sales records in the first quarter, and shares skyrocketed.  ( 18 min )

Peloton shares sank to an all-time low after the company announced new cost-cutting measures, including layoffs, and that CEO Barry McCarthy was stepping down.  ( 18 min )

Music from dozens of the industry's biggest stars, including Taylor Swift, is available on TikTok again as of Thursday after Universal Music Group and TikTok reached a new licensing agreement that includes improved pay for the recording music giant's songwriters and artists.  ( 18 min )

Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk saw revenue and profits jump year-over-year as demand for its weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy surged.  ( 18 min )

News of the day for May 2, 2024  ( 19 min )

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Gazprom heeft vorig jaar voor het eerst sinds 1999 een verlies geleden. Na de grootschalige inval van Rusland in Oekraïne verkocht het Russische staatsgasbedrijf steeds minder gas aan Europa, waarmee een winstgevende exportmarkt is weggevallen.  ( 1 min )

Vrijwel elk jaar kiezen minder mensen voor een aanvullende dekking bij hun zorgverzekering. Omdat zorgpremies blijven stijgen, is het schrappen van een aanvullend pakket voor een bril of fysiotherapie een welkome besparing.  ( 1 min )

Studenten van de TU Delft hebben donderdag hun zelfgebouwde boot op waterstof gepresenteerd. Daarmee willen ze deze zomer de Noordzee oversteken naar het Verenigd Koninkrijk. Zijn boten op waterstof de toekomst voor een duurzame scheepvaart?  ( 1 min )

De prijs van cacao is na een historische stijging in de afgelopen maanden opeens weer ingestort. De marktprijzen van de belangrijke grondstof van chocolade is in twee weken tijd met een derde gezakt. Een van de oorzaken is regen in West-Afrika.  ( 1 min )

Prijzen van koophuizen in veel provincies buiten de Randstad zijn hoger dan ooit. De vorige piek was in de eerste helft van 2022, maar inmiddels zijn woningen in onder meer Noord-Brabant, Groningen en Overijssel duurder dan destijds.  ( 1 min )

Het Belgisch openbaar ministerie heeft in een zaak tegen de Belgische tak van PostNL een boete geëist van 24,4 miljoen euro. Twee onderdelen van het postbedrijf zouden enkele jaren op een onwettige manier personeel van derden hebben ingezet.  ( 1 min )

De Deense medicijnenmaker Novo Nordisk heeft nog steeds moeite te voldoen aan de stijgende vraag naar Ozempic. Het middel is bedoeld voor mensen met diabetes, maar veel anderen gebruiken het als afslankmiddel. Daardoor ontstaan tekorten.  ( 1 min )

Eneco gaat de woorden "sneller klimaatneutraal" uit reclame-uitingen verwijderen na een tik op de vingers van de ACM. Volgens de toezichthouder is de claim van het energiebedrijf mogelijk misleidend en vaag.  ( 1 min )

Op zonnige middagen barst het Nederlandse stroomnet bijna uit zijn voegen. De oorzaak: de miljoenen huishoudens met zonnepanelen die ongelimiteerd stroom terugleveren, ook al duiken de marktprijzen ver onder nul. "De salderingsregeling is een ramp voor het stroomnet."  ( 1 min )

Marktplaats heeft meerdere advertenties voor tickets voor de Nationale Herdenking op de Dam verwijderd van het platform. Sommige gebruikers lieten mensen tegen elkaar opbieden voor een plekje bij de herdenking. Maar dat is volgens Marktplaats niet de bedoeling.  ( 1 min )

Eneco gaat de woorden "sneller klimaatneutraal" uit reclame-uitingen verwijderen na een tik op de vingers van de ACM. Volgens de toezichthouders zijn de claims mogelijk misleidend en vaag.  ( 1 min )

Door aanhoudende prijsverhogingen heeft VodafoneZiggo in het eerste kwartaal 1,6 procent meer omzet gedraaid. Maar gezond is het bedrijf zeker niet. Mede door tariefsverhogingen verliest de telecomprovider in steeds hoger tempo klanten.  ( 1 min )

Met een winst van ruim 7,7 miljard dollar (7,2 miljard euro) was ook het afgelopen kwartaal zeer rendabel voor Shell. De winst kwam vooral van fossiele brandstoffen, ook al staat de gasprijs niet meer zo hoog als een jaar eerder.  ( 1 min )

ING heeft in het afgelopen kwartaal een brutowinst van 2,3 miljard euro in de boeken gezet. Dit kwam door onder meer een groei van het aantal klanten en leningen, en doordat de bank scherp op de uitgaven lette.  ( 1 min )

Flitsbezorgers in ons land staan onder druk waardoor er nu nog maar één partij over is op de markt: Flink. Maar het Duitse bedrijf zal snel van strategie moeten veranderen om rendabel te blijven, zeggen deskundigen.  ( 1 min )

Amgen shares surged more than 14% in late trade Thursday after topping Q1 earnings estimates and providing a positive update on its injectable weigh-loss drug MariTide.  ( 1 min )

Peloton shares sank to an all-time low after the company announced new cost-cutting measures, including layoffs, and that CEO Barry McCarthy was stepping down.  ( 1 min )

Music from dozens of the industry's biggest stars, including Taylor Swift, is available on TikTok again as of Thursday after Universal Music Group and TikTok reached a new licensing agreement that includes improved pay for the recording music giant's songwriters and artists.  ( 1 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.9% on Thursday, May 2, 2024, as concerns subsided about a possible rate hike and ahead of Friday's jobs report.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were higher at midday as the markets weighed Fed Chair Powell's comments about the future of interest rates.  ( 1 min )

U.S. stock futures rose in premarket trading on Thursday as markets digested yesterday's comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell amid a slew of earnings reports.  ( 1 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Traders on Wall Street cheered on Wednesday when Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled he didn’t see oncoming interest-rate hikes despite inflationary pressures. The celebration didn’t last long.Most Read from BloombergUS and Saudis Near Defense Pact Meant to Reshape Middle EastTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketNYPD Arrests Over 300 Protesters in Crackdown on College CampusesThe Ozempic Effect: How a Weight Loss Wonder Drug Gobbled Up an Entire Econom  ( 63 min )

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Advanced Micro Devices beat Wall Street's earnings target, but its stock still got crushed.  ( 69 min )

Nio hit its highest monthly vehicle-delivery mark of the year in April.  ( 69 min )

The company is planning to introduce new menu items, loyalty offerings, and more, but it likely falls short of what's needed for a turnaround.  ( 72 min )

The second-best paid flight attendants, at Delta, make 14% less than those at Southwest.  ( 70 min )

Norwegian's stellar earnings report and investors' perverse reaction to it illustrate the dangers of having a too-high stock price.  ( 69 min )

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U.S. shale producer Devon Energy beat first-quarter profit estimates on Wednesday as higher production helped it offset a decline in natural gas prices. Oklahoma City-based oil and gas producer reported adjusted income of $1.16 per share for the three months ended March 31, topping average analysts' estimate of $1.11 per share, according to LSEG data.  ( 68 min )

Pfizer had a surprise beat in its COVID portfolio despite dim forecasts, but the company is still not feeling the love in its stock.  ( 71 min )

Super Micro Computer just raised guidance for 2024 sales, but there's something else to watch, too.  ( 69 min )

Qualcomm on Wednesday forecast fiscal third-quarter sales and adjusted profit above Wall Street expectations, driven by a faster-than-expected recovery in smartphone markets thanks to artificial-intelligence features. Qualcomm forecast third-quarter sales and adjusted profit with midpoints of $9.2 billion and $2.25 per share, beating analyst estimates of $9.05 billion and $2.17 per share, according to LSEG data. San Diego, California-based Qualcomm is the world's biggest supplier of chips for smartphones and counts both Apple and Samsung as customers.  ( 69 min )

Apple will report its Q2 earnings after the bell on Thursday, as Wall Street braces for a slowdown in iPhone sales.  ( 71 min )

Investors are taking profits on marijuana stocks today, but the long-term trend still looks up.  ( 70 min )

Fed day arrives with the focus on what clues Powell will offer to the chances for rate cuts this year.  ( 87 min )

The Federal Reserve announced plans on Wednesday to slow the speed of its balance sheet drawdown, after having spent much of the earlier part of the year warning of this shift. The Fed said that starting on June 1 it was reducing the cap on Treasury securities it allows to mature and not be replaced to $25 billion from its current cap of up to $60 billion per month. The Fed left the cap on how many mortgage-backed securities it will allow to roll off its books at $35 billion per month, and it will reinvest any excess MBS principal payments into Treasuries.  ( 70 min )

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The Fed said that starting on June 1 it was reducing the cap on Treasury securities it allows to mature and not be replaced to $25 billion from its current cap of up to $60 billion per month. The Fed left the cap on how many mortgage-backed securities it will allow to roll off its books at $35 billion per month, and it will reinvest any excess MBS principal payments into Treasuries. The announcements came at the end of its two-day Federal Open Market Committee meeting.  ( 71 min )

Dividend Aristocrats, a group of S&P 500 companies that have consistently increased their annual dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years, are often considered a haven for income-seeking investors. These companies are known for their ...  ( 71 min )

In a video released by Forbes in late February, Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama voiced significant concerns about the current state and future of financial security for Americans, focusing on Social Security and national debt. Senator Tuberville said, “This is all a scam,” emphasizing the financial struggles facing Americans, especially those nearing retirement. He highlighted the impracticality of retirees living on $2,000 to $3,000 per month. “It’s impossible because what happens, it com  ( 73 min )

The Fed is expected to keep interest rates at a 23-year high Wednesday, but investors will be listening for any signs of how long they will have to wait before cuts can begin.  ( 73 min )

Goldman Sachs, International Monetary Fund, and the Congressional Budget Office are the latest to warn it’s a looming problem.  ( 73 min )

In an interview with Stratechery on April 25, Walmart Inc. CEO Doug McMillon discussed the retail giant's evolution into an omnichannel retailer, achieving significant milestones such as surpassing $100 billion in global e-commerce sales. McMillon's journey, which started working in a warehouse at age 17, reflects a deep connection with the company's core operations and growth. Don't Miss: The average American couple has saved this much money for retirement — How do you compare? If the United St  ( 73 min )

CVS warns it could cede Medicare Advantage market share as reimbursement rates pressure the company.  ( 74 min )

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Strong quarterly results weren't enough to support the stock's recent remarkable gains.  ( 72 min )

As the U.S. Treasury Department announces its quarterly debt sale and prepares to launch its first debt buyback program since 2002, investors are taking a closer look at treasury securities. With the Federal Reserve expected to slow its run-off of ...  ( 73 min )

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The summer months, between June and September, have historically brought significantly lower investor returns than other months of the year, says André Dragosch, head of research at ETC Group.  ( 72 min )

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Investors weren't impressed with the company's growth forecast amid the AI rally.  ( 73 min )

Advanced Micro Devices increases its guidance for its artificial intelligence chip, the MI300X.  ( 72 min )

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A screen of companies that have consistently raised their dividends, but have also done so at annual paces exceeding 10% over the past five years.  ( 71 min )

The billionaire's family fund is surprisingly concentrated.  ( 73 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. plunged after its improved profit outlook disappointed investors’ high expectations amid an industry boom that’s caused record demand for sailings.Most Read from BloombergTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketNYC Police Break Up Columbia Protest and Clashes Erupt at UCLAFed to Signal Delay of Interest-Rate CutsLilly Soars as Forecast Boost Shows Weight-Loss Drugs’ PowerAmazon Posts Biggest Cloud Sales Growth in Year on AI Dema  ( 72 min )

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Starbucks' decaf-like start to the year continues into the second quarter.  ( 73 min )

Investors should think critically before buying this well-known carmaker.  ( 73 min )

(Bloomberg) -- CVS Health Corp. shares fell sharply in premarket trading after the company cut its annual earnings outlook for the second quarter in a row, citing increased medical costs in its Medicare insurance business.Most Read from BloombergTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketNYC Police Break Up Columbia Protest and Clashes Erupt at UCLALilly Soars as Forecast Boost Shows Weight-Loss Drugs’ PowerAmazon Posts Strongest Cloud Sales Growth in a Year on AI DemandPot Stocks  ( 64 min )

Enterprise Products Partners continues to produce plenty of cash to cover its big-time distribution and expansion plan.  ( 74 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Lululemon Athletica Inc. founder Chip Wilson pledged a chunk of his multibillion-dollar stake in the yogawear maker to secure financing from Goldman Sachs Group Inc., leveraging his biggest listed asset.Most Read from BloombergTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketNYC Police Break Up Columbia Protest and Clashes Erupt at UCLALilly Soars as Forecast Boost Shows Weight-Loss Drugs’ PowerAmazon Posts Strongest Cloud Sales Growth in a Year on AI DemandPot Stocks Surg  ( 73 min )

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CVS Health missed first-quarter expectations and chopped its 2024 outlook more than a dollar below Wall Street’s forecast. Shares of the health care giant plunged Wednesday morning after the company said it was still struggling with rising costs from care use in its Medicare Advantage business. Medicare Advantage plans are privately run versions of the federal government’s Medicare program for people age 65 and older.  ( 72 min )

The FOMC said that 'in recent months, there has been a lack of further progress' on lowering inflation to the Fed's 2% goal.  ( 75 min )

This is one of the most reliable cash-generating companies on the stock market.  ( 73 min )

Mastercard's first-quarter profit jumped on strong card spending as U.S. consumers kept up their splurging habits despite rising borrowing costs and persistent inflation. Profit stood at $3 billion, or $3.22 per share, compared with $2.4 billion, or $2.47 per share, a year ago, the payments processor reported on Wednesday.  ( 71 min )

Do you have enough money to retire? There are many different ways to look at this, but the most common is to break it down simply: money in vs. money out. How much income can you generate from your retirement planning, and how much will you need to spend? Here, say that you have $1 […] The post I Have $1 Million in a 401(k) and Will Receive $2,500 Monthly From Social Security. Can I Retire at 65? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 76 min )

Imagine your child is getting married and you want to help pay for their wedding. You’ve been saving for years and now have $30,000 set aside for their big day, which you plan to hand over in the form of a check. However, before you pass along that much cash, it’s important to understand the […] The post Do I Need to Worry About the Gift Tax If I Pay $30,000 Toward My Child's Wedding? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 75 min )

One of the most important questions to answer as you plan your retirement is how much money you need. The answer depends on a lot of factors, from your potential longevity to your lifestyle to how much you’ll be getting from Social Security. However, according to Fidelity, there are four key guidelines that retirement planning […] The post How Much Should You Save and Withdraw for Retirement? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 73 min )

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Troubled regional lender New York Community Bancorp lost $327 million in the first quarter, but its stock soared as the CEO promised a 'clear path to profitability over the following two years.'  ( 73 min )

AMD stock is down 35% since early March.  ( 71 min )

(Bloomberg) -- As delinquencies on multifamily mortgages pile up, lenders who had bundled those borrowings into securitizations known as commercial real estate collateralized loan obligations are racing to stave off trouble. Most Read from BloombergTesla Axes Supercharger Team in Blow to Broader EV MarketNYC Police Break Up Columbia Protest and Clashes Erupt at UCLAAmazon Posts Strongest Cloud Sales Growth in a Year on AI DemandPot Stocks Surge on Report DEA Set to Reclassify MarijuanaLilly Soar  ( 37 min )

Fed day arrives with the focus on what clues Powell will offer to the chances for rate cuts this year.  ( 78 min )

Its forecast of $4 billion in AI chip sales for 2024 fell short of Wall Street's lofty expectations, having been used to Nvidia's massive forecasts over the past year. Super Micro Computer, whose near-200% stock jump this year has outpaced even gains in Nvidia, tumbled over 11% as its third-quarter revenue missed estimates amid questions over the profitability of a new line of servers. Executives of both AMD and Super Micro Computer said supply constraints were hampering their efforts to capitalize on demand for equipment powering the boom in generative AI.  ( 72 min )

The bank's exposure to rent-regulated multi-family properties and office buildings in New York has increased fears of borrowers defaulting on their loans, prompting it to set aside bigger rainy-funds. "We also completed an in-depth due diligence of the loan portfolio, which included a thorough review of the top 250 multi-family loans, the top 50 office loans, and the top 50 non-office commercial real estate loans, and increased our credit reserve during the quarter," said newly-appointed CEO Joseph Otting in a statement.  ( 71 min )

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These companies are behind the creation and power of AI models that are changing our world.  ( 74 min )

Pfizer beat first-quarter profit estimates on Wednesday, benefiting from cost cuts and strong sales for its pneumonia and respiratory synctitial virus vaccines. The U.S. drugmaker posted an adjusted profit of 82 cents per share, while analysts on average were expecting it to earn 52 cents, according to LSEG data.  ( 71 min )

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The U.S. healthcare giant cut its per-share adjusted earnings forecast for 2024 to at least $7.00 from at least $8.30, adding it anticipates the surge in medical procedures at its unit that houses health insurer Aetna to persist. U.S. health insurers have had to contend with rising medical costs over the past few quarters following higher demand for procedures, especially among older adults, that were delayed during the pandemic. CVS in February reported an increase in costs in its Aetna Medicare Advantage plans for the fourth quarter, citing a rise in hip and knee surgeries, medical services related to the eyes, dental work and vaccinations including the RSV shot.  ( 72 min )

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Advanced Micro Devices shed 6.3% in premarket trading after its forecast for AI chip sales failed to impress investors, while Super Micro Computer lost 9.1% as the artificial intelligence server maker reported third-quarter revenue below estimates. Investors will now await a slew of economic data during the day to further gauge the state of inflation in the U.S. economy, before tuning in to the Fed's interest rate decision at the end of its two-day meeting. "Although we still expect rate cuts to remain on the agenda for later in the year, disinflation has stalled in the U.S., where it hasn't in many places overseas."  ( 73 min )

The stock market's very rough April saw some of the biggest gainers of the first three months take some of the biggest dings to their market caps. And at the same time, some of the sectors that struggled in Q1 saw a similar reversal of fortune in April.  ( 65 min )

SoFi's stock is dropping like a rock, which may be an opportunity.  ( 71 min )

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Headwinds are turning into tailwinds for this social media mainstay.  ( 74 min )

You don't need a mountain of cash to grow your wealth on Wall Street.  ( 75 min )

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Alphabet and Datadog could be big winners as artificial intelligence evolves into a multi-trillion-dollar market.  ( 74 min )

Although Berkshire Hathaway's $372 billion portfolio contains 45 stocks, three are a clear step above the rest in May.  ( 75 min )

BTC is down nearly 9% in the last 24 hours having dropped below the $60,000 support level late on Tuesday.  ( 71 min )

The iShares Semiconductor ETF has comfortably beaten the broader market over the past year, with a 53% gain.  ( 75 min )

“My salary was never high and I lived a frugal life to accumulate these savings.”  ( 72 min )

These stocks are well-positioned to profit from the AI boom.  ( 74 min )

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The company has far more to offer than a levitating payout.  ( 73 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Stocks in Asia dropped after renewed concerns about higher-for-longer US interest rates fueled a selloff on Wall Street, with all eyes on the Federal Reserve’s policy decision due later Wednesday. Most Read from BloombergTesla Axes Most of Supercharger Team in Blow to Other AutomakersHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsWall Street Hit by Fed Jitters to Close Wild April: Markets WrapTraders Expect Biggest Fed-Day Move in S&P Since 2023, Citi SaysPot Stocks Su  ( 74 min )

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Amazon touts benefits of regional fulfillment and delivery model to help drive its first-quarter revenue to $143 billion. The post Amazon reports $143B in Q1 revenue, topping Wall Street expectations appeared first on FreightWaves.  ( 35 min )

New York Community Bancorp's stock soared Wednesday as the bank released a quarterly earnings report with comments from the bank's CEO saying the bank has a "clear path" to return to profitability after it struggled since the start of 2024.  ( 19 min )

The Fed left interest rates unchanged Wednesday, leaving consumers and investors wondering whether an interest rate cut is still on the horizon? Chair Jerome Powell hinted at the outlook at a press conference.  ( 19 min )

Qualcomm shares rose in extended trading Wednesday after the chipmaker reported results that beat analysts' estimates, citing strong demand from Chinese phonemakers and record automotive sales.  ( 17 min )

Viking Holdings shares jumped nearly 9% Wednesday in their first day of trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker “VIK.”  ( 17 min )

The S&P 500 fell 0.3% on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, as the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady and Chair Jerome Powell discounted the likelihood of an imminent rate hike.  ( 18 min )

Amazon-backed Anthropic announced on Wednesday a new Claude app on the Apple App Store and a new Teams plan tier for enterprise customers.  ( 18 min )

Members of the central bank’s policy committee voted unanimously Wednesday to hold the crucial fed funds rate at its current high level to fight inflation that's still running too hot for comfort.  ( 17 min )

The Biden administration said it will forgive more than $6.1 billion in student debt for more than 300,000 former students of The Art Institutes.  ( 18 min )

The labor market may be hot by historical standards, but it’s getting colder for job seekers, who saw the pickings in “help wanted” ads get slimmer, while fewer people were hired, fired, or switched jobs.  ( 18 min )

Yum! Brands reported weaker-than-expected earnings and revenue as demand fell at its Pizza Hut and KFC locations.  ( 17 min )

U.S. equities were mixed at midday Wednesday, May 1, 2024, following the latest earnings news and ahead of comments from the Federal Reserve on interest rates.  ( 17 min )

Pfizer stock rose as markets opened Wednesday following an earnings report that included sales growth among Pfizer's non-COVID related products.  ( 18 min )

Estee Lauder shares tumbled Wednesday after the cosmetics company lowered its full-year sales forecast, citing ongoing macroeconomic pressures.  ( 17 min )

Higher prices weighed on demand for Kraft Heinz products, and shares dropped after the food and beverage giant reported first-quarter results that missed analysts' estimates.  ( 17 min )

Apple is set to report earning after the bell on Thursday, with investors likely to be watching for iPhone sales figures and potential updates related to artificial intelligence.  ( 21 min )

Apple is set to report earning after the bell on Thursday, with investors likely to be watching for iPhone sales figures and potential updates related to artificial intelligence.  ( 18 min )

Johnson & Johnson said Wednesday that claimants would have three months to vote for or against the proposed settlement, which would resolve nearly all the pending suits that accuse J&J's talc powder of causing cancer.  ( 18 min )

Berkshire's annual shareholder meeting is on Saturday, and investors will be looking at Warren Buffett for answers, not just about what's next for the business, but also on succession planning in light of Charlie Munger's passing.  ( 20 min )

CVS shares tumbled Wednesday as the retail pharmacy giant posted first-quarter earnings that missed estimates and lowered its full-year guidance.  ( 17 min )

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Amazon executives spoke in Tuesday's earnings call about the impact generative AI could have on Amazon's business going forward, as well as the rollout of ads on Prime Video.  ( 18 min )

Nederlanders kiezen steeds vaker voor Chinese auto's en dat is terug te zien in de importcijfers. Vorig jaar kwamen voor 1,1 miljard euro aan Chinese auto's naar ons land, waar dat een jaar eerder bleef steken op 107,6 miljoen euro.  ( 1 min )

Kersentelers mogen een jaar langer gebruikmaken van twee bestrijdingsmiddelen die de kers beschermen tegen een specifiek soort fruitvlieg. Demissionair landbouwminister Piet Adema schrijft aan de Tweede Kamer dat hij deze vrijstelling "nog eenmaal" verleent.  ( 1 min )

Woensdag is het 1 mei, de Dag van de Arbeid. Wereldwijd gaan mensen daarvoor de straat op, ook in landen waar het geen officiële feestdag is. Dat doen ze vaak om politieke onvrede te uiten, onder meer over de arbeidsmarkt.  ( 1 min )

Nederlanders kiezen steeds vaker voor Chinese auto's en dat is terug te zien in de importcijfers. Er kwam vorig jaar voor 1,1 miljard euro aan Chinese auto's naar ons land, waar dat een jaar eerder bleef steken op 107,6 miljoen.  ( 1 min )

De verkoop van warmtepompen is in de eerste maanden van dit jaar hard gedaald. Dit komt onder andere doordat gasprijzen niet meer zo torenhoog zijn. Ook zijn er zorgen over het overvolle stroomnet.  ( 1 min )

Wie in de eerste maanden van dit jaar een autoverzekering heeft afgesloten, is fors duurder uit dan een jaar eerder. De prijzen voor een allriskverzekering zijn met 9 procent het hardst gestegen.  ( 1 min )

Experts vrezen een Chinese dominantie in sommige onderdelen voor windmolens. Ook bij de productie van waterstof zijn Chinezen nadrukkelijk aanwezig. Dit kan tot problemen leiden, stellen kennisinstituut TNO en onderzoeksbureau HCSS.  ( 1 min )

In de afgelopen twee maanden zijn er 10,3 miljoen belastingaangiften ingestuurd voor de deadline. Dat is een nieuw record. Daarnaast hebben meer dan 3 miljoen mensen uitstel aangevraagd.  ( 1 min )

Huishoudens met een dynamisch energiecontract krijgen woensdag voor het eerst dit jaar geld toe als ze stroom verbruiken. Bij zo'n contract schommelen de stroomprijzen ieder uur en de gasprijzen iedere dag. Daardoor betaal je op sommige momenten minder en soms krijg je zelfs geld toe bij stroomverbruik. Heb jij een dynamisch energiecontract? Of gaat je voorkeur naar een gewoon contract? En wat is je overweging?  ( 1 min )

Na een jarenlange opmars is de verkoop van alcoholvrij bier in de eerste maanden van dit jaar gedaald. De sector wijt dat aan de forse verhoging van de zogenoemde verbruikersbelasting, met bijna 200 procent.  ( 1 min )

De waarde van de bitcoin is woensdag gezakt tot onder de 60.000 dollar (ongeveer 56.000 euro). De digitale munt had in april de slechtste maand sinds de ineenstorting van cryptobeurs FTX in november 2022: bitcoin raakte bijna 16 procent aan waarde kwijt.  ( 1 min )

Webwinkelgigant Amazon heeft in het eerste kwartaal van dit jaar omgerekend bijna 134,5 miljard euro omzet gedraaid. Dat is meer dan het totale jaarinkomen van alle inwoners van Slowakije.  ( 1 min )

Het aantal starters die een hypotheek aanvroegen is in vijf jaar tijd niet zo groot geweest als in april, meldt dataverzamelaar HDN.  ( 1 min )

Huishoudens met een dynamisch energiecontract krijgen vandaag tussen 13.00 en 15.00 uur voor het eerst dit jaar geld toe als ze stroom verbruiken. Dat komt door lekker weer, maar ook door de Dag van de Arbeid.  ( 1 min )

Landen om ons heen staan vandaag stil bij de Dag van de Arbeid. Vrijwel overal in Europa en de rest van de wereld is het een officiële feestdag. Wat is 1 mei? En waarom gaat deze dag zo stilletjes aan ons voorbij?  ( 1 min )

Prijzen voor goederen en diensten zijn in de afgelopen drie jaar meer gestegen dan de lonen. Die zijn sinds 2020 gemiddeld 12,6 procent omhooggegaan, terwijl de inflatie over dezelfde periode 17,3 procent bedroeg. Dat blijkt uit cijfers van statistiekbureau CBS.  ( 1 min )

Qualcomm shares jumped more than 4% in extended trading on Wednesday after the mobile phone chipmaker issued a better-than-expected current-quarter outlook amid growing demand for AI-equipped premium smartphones. Monitor this important chart level.  ( 1 min )

Johnson & Johnson said Wednesday that claimants would have three months to vote for or against the proposed settlement, which would resolve nearly all the pending suits that accuse J&J's talc powder of causing cancer.  ( 1 min )

Berkshire's annual shareholder meeting is on Saturday, and investors will be looking at Warren Buffett for answers, not just about what's next for the business, but also on succession planning in light of Charlie Munger's passing.  ( 1 min )

The S&P 500 fell 0.3% on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, as the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady and Chair Jerome Powell discounted the likelihood of an imminent rate hike.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were mixed at midday Wednesday, May 1, 2024, following the latest earnings news and ahead of comments from the Federal Reserve on interest rates.  ( 1 min )

U.S. stock futures fell in premarket trading on Wednesday as markets digested disappointing earnings reports from a few AI darlings and awaited comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell on the outlook for interest rates.  ( 1 min )

There was red ink aplenty in the company's latest earnings report.  ( 72 min )

Starbucks' decaf-like start to the year continues into the second quarter.  ( 70 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Advanced Micro Devices Inc., the second-biggest maker of computer processors, gave a lukewarm revenue forecast for the current period, weighed down by lackluster demand for chips used in video game hardware. Most Read from BloombergHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsBinance and CZ’s Fortunes Are Set to Grow, Even in JailTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemWall Street Hit by Fed Jitters to Close Wild April: Markets WrapStocks Trade for  ( 70 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- The options market is more concerned about a potentially big move in the S&P 500 Index off of the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision Wednesday than it’s been at any point in almost a year. Most Read from BloombergHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsBinance and CZ’s Fortunes Are Set to Grow, Even in JailWall Street Hit by Fed Jitters to Close Wild April: Markets WrapTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a  ( 33 min )

The former U.S. president and Republican presidential candidate secured 36 million shares of Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), increasing his stake from 57.6% as of March. Reuters reported last week that Trump would secure a stock bonus worth $1.3 billion from TMTG, equivalent to about half the majority stake he already owns in it, thanks to the wild rally in its shares. The bonus also reflects the exuberant trading in TMTG's shares, which have been on a roller coaster ride since the company listed on Nasdaq last month through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) and was snapped up by Trump supporters and speculators.  ( 69 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Super Micro Computer Inc. reported quarterly sales that tripled from the same period last year but fell slightly short of estimates, disappointing investors who had sky-high expectations for the server maker’s business to benefit from AI-related demand.Most Read from BloombergHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsBinance and CZ’s Fortunes Are Set to Grow, Even in JailWall Street Hit by Fed Jitters to Close Wild April: Markets WrapTesla Soars on Tentative China  ( 69 min )

Amazon on Tuesday reported strong results for the first quarter, driven by growth in its cloud-computing unit and a new surge of advertising dollars from its Prime Video streaming service. “It was a good start to the year across the business, and you can see that in both our customer experience improvements and financial results,” Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said in a statement. Amazon held another discount event in late March, right before the end of the first quarter.  ( 69 min )

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Chip giant AMD (AMD) reported its first quarter earnings on Tuesday beating analysts' expectations on the top and bottom lines, but lighter-than-anticipated guidance for the next quarter sent the stock lower.  ( 70 min )

Starbucks' decaf-like start to the year continues into the second quarter.  ( 69 min )

The energy sector has been a standout performer in recent years, with many oil and gas companies delivering strong returns and generous dividends. Now, analysts are raising their price targets on some of the industry’s biggest names, suggesting that ...  ( 71 min )

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Super Micro Computer forecast fourth-quarter revenue above estimates on Tuesday as it expects continued demand for its servers used in artificial intelligence applications. Super Micro's in-house liquid cooling solutions for servers have helped it get products to the market quicker than its competitors, who rely partly on third-party vendors. Its close relations with chip giants Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices, whose headquarters are less than 10 miles from Super Micro's, help it receive early samples of chips to check prototypes, giving it further advantage over rivals.  ( 69 min )

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DETROIT (Reuters) -Elon Musk's abrupt decision to lay off employees who ran Tesla's electric vehicle charging business blindsided automakers gearing up to equip new EVs for customers to use the Tesla Supercharger network, industry officials and analysts said on Tuesday. For now, General Motors, Ford and other automakers which struck deals last year to give customers access to the network said they are not changing their plans. Tesla's decision to open its network to rival EV manufacturers was hailed by U.S. President Joe Biden, and opened the door for Tesla to get federal subsidies to expand the reach of its North American Charging Standard (NACS) system.  ( 74 min )

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Investors marked time ahead of the Fed's rate decision, with earnings from Amazon on deck to test prospects for a Big Tech-fueled bump.  ( 87 min )

Rescheduling is finally here, it seems.  ( 71 min )

Amazon reported first quarter earnings results on Tuesday.  ( 69 min )

While the company works on solidifying its position in the premium coffee market in China, it still grapples with increased competition from mass market brands, which offer coffee that's easier on the pocket for cautious consumers. The coffee chain's second-quarter global comparable sales fell 4%, compared with a 1.44% rise expected on average by analysts, according to LSEG data.  ( 32 min )

Super Micro Computer forecast fourth-quarter revenue above estimates on Tuesday as it expects continued demand for its servers used in artificial intelligence applications. The company expects fourth-quarter revenue between $5.1 billion and $5.5 billion, compared with estimates of $4.89 billion, according to LSEG data.  ( 31 min )

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Amazon.com forecast second-quarter revenue below Wall Street expectations on Tuesday, as it expects tepid spending from cost-conscious businesses on its cloud computing services. The company expects revenue of $144.0 billion to $149.0 billion for the current quarter ending June, compared with expectations of $150.07 billion, according to LSEG data. Amazon Web Services (AWS), the largest provider of cloud computing services, posted a 17% rise in revenue to $25.0 billion in the first quarter, compared with expectations of $24.53 billion.  ( 68 min )

The hype around crypto seems to be fading.  ( 70 min )

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A woman sharing her ordeal as a new homeowner on TikTok has captured significant attention after revealing a sudden and steep increase in her mortgage payments by $1,000. Whitney, known on TikTok as @wealthyywhit, shared her frustration and disbelief in a video that quickly went viral. "My mortgage went up a thousand dollars and I am not OK," she told her followers. "I was bamboozled." Whitney detailed how her initial payments were more manageable because they were only based on the land value o  ( 63 min )

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On balance, this stock seems no great bargain.  ( 70 min )

Bitcoin is on pace for its worst month in nearly a year and a half — despite the cryptocurrency’s so-called halving event on April 19, which some crypto bulls had hoped would provide a fresh catalyst for a rally.  ( 73 min )

While many Americans struggle to save for retirement, the top 1% amass significant nest eggs. This raises the question: How much do they save, and how does it compare to the national average? Don't Miss: The average American couple has saved this much money for retirement — How do you compare? Can you guess how many Americans successfully retire with $1,000,000 saved? The percentage may shock you. Data from DQYDJ, using Federal Reserve statistics, highlights that the average retirement age in th  ( 65 min )

A group of workers at Alphabet Inc's Google have filed a complaint with a U.S. labor board claiming the tech company unlawfully fired them for protesting its cloud contract with the Israeli government. The complaint was filed late Monday with the U.S. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), according to No Tech For Apartheid, a group affiliated with some of the workers. The group said the complaint alleges that by firing the workers, Google interfered with their rights under U.S. labor law to advocate for better working conditions.  ( 72 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Intel Corp. shares are on pace to close out April down more than 30%, their worst month in over 20 years, as the chipmaker continues to struggle with executing a turnaround.Most Read from BloombergHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a Day. Increasingly, Only 10 MatterBinance and CZ’s Fortunes Are Set to Grow, Jail or no JailCocoa Price Swings Show How Liquidity Crunch Fuel  ( 72 min )

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One of the more interesting data points to look at for any asset is the distribution of holders. The distribution can play a large part in the trading dynamics of the asset as well as broader market sentiment. Additionally, because blockchain technology is entirely public, the distribution of holders is known, offering unparalleled insights into Bitcoin's dynamics. Don't Miss: About 22% of the adult population in the U.S. own a share of Bitcoin, how much would $10 get you today? Bitcoin To $100,  ( 73 min )

Tesla has gutted its charging team in a new round of layoffs, despite recently winning over major automakers like Ford and General Motors and making its connector the defacto standard in North America. CEO Elon Musk announced the new layoffs in an overnight email to executives, first reported by The Information, in which he said he wants leaders to be "absolutely hard core about headcount and cost reduction," as he ordered them to cut more employees who "don’t obviously pass the excellent, necessary and trustworthy test" or resign. Senior director of EV charging Rebecca Tinucci and head of new vehicles Daniel Ho are out, according to The Information.  ( 73 min )

Stellantis (STLA) stock slid on Tuesday as the company reported first quarter sales and shipments that fell compared to a year ago, just as a slew of new vehicles are poised to hit showroom floors later this year.  ( 73 min )

Recent pullbacks have put some artificial intelligence stocks on sale.  ( 74 min )

Investors marked time ahead of the Fed's rate decision, with earnings from Amazon on deck to test prospects for a Big Tech-fueled bump.  ( 75 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Treasury-bill investors that tussled with a swathe of issuance over the last year are now preparing to confront the opposite challenge: A pullback in sales that leaves them awash with cash that needs to be put to work elsewhere. Most Read from BloombergHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a Day. Increasingly, Only 10 MatterBinance and CZ’s Fortunes Are Set to Grow, Jail or  ( 74 min )

Advanced Micro Devices, Super Micro Computer, Amazon, and other tech companies are reporting earnings.  ( 71 min )

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Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google, ahead of its annual I/O developer conference in May, has confirmed layoffs across various vital teams such as Flutter, Dart, Python, and others, according to employee reports on social media. The tech giant did not specify the teams, roles, or the number of individuals affected, TechCrunch reports. Google spokesperson Alex García-Kummert explained that these changes aim to align resources with the company’s most significant product priorities, im  ( 72 min )

Intel is making huge strategic changes that investors need to know about.  ( 71 min )

AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) has long been a favorite among income-seeking investors due to its attractive dividend yield. For those looking to generate passive income from their investments, AT&T’s quarterly dividend of $0.2775 per share and 6.63% yield make ...  ( 72 min )

Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood is known for making outlandish predictions about cryptocurrency. The predictions, which would result in small amounts of money appreciating into millions of dollars, are unlikely to come true, but they are still interesting to consider. Wood spoke at an investor day in New York in March, noting that the price of Bitcoin could reach $3.8 million by 2030. Don't Miss: If you invested $100 in DOGE when Elon Musk first tweeted about it in 2019, here’s how much you’d have to  ( 73 min )

Tesla is investing heavily in artificial intelligence (AI), and investors might be discounting the company's progress.  ( 74 min )

The soda maker is still a great evergreen investment.  ( 73 min )

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Barclays analysts say rising budget deficits change several key assumptions underpinning the fixed-income market.  ( 74 min )

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Rapidly climbing sales of the new obesity drug Zepbound and its counterpart for diabetes, Mounjaro, pushed Eli Lilly to a better-than-expected first-quarter profit. The drugmaker also hiked its forecast for 2024 well beyond analyst expectations after sales of Mounjaro more than tripled in the year’s first quarter. Lilly said it was still dealing with supply issues, with strong demand for both drugs outpacing its production hikes.  ( 72 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Archer-Daniels-Midland Co.’s profit fell less than expected in the first quarter as an increase in the crop trader’s processed volumes partly offset lower margins. Most Read from BloombergTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a Day. Increasingly, Only 10 MatterBinance and CZ’s Fortunes Are Set to Grow, Jail or no JailUS Warns ICC Action on Israel Would Hurt Cease-Fire Chance  ( 72 min )

(Bloomberg) -- PayPal Holdings Inc. said it expects earnings to fall this year as the financial-technology company continues to work on cutting costs and streamlining its businesses.Most Read from BloombergTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a Day. Increasingly, Only 10 MatterBinance and CZ’s Fortunes Are Set to Grow, Jail or no JailUS Warns ICC Action on Israel Would Hurt Cease-Fire Cha  ( 72 min )

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Artificial intelligence has the potential to create lots of profits for most leading companies, so buy the ones that have pulled back.  ( 76 min )

So far this year, the stock markets are riding high, with both the S&P 500 and the NASDAQ standing just under their record levels. However, the picture may not be all roses and light. Covering the markets from B. Riley Wealth Management, chief investment strategist Paul Dietrich is predicting a mild recession in the US this year – but also an S&P decline of up to 44%. Dietrich is noted for advising his clients to move out of stocks ahead of recessions and market downturns in 2000 and 2007. Summi  ( 76 min )

If you have $1 million in a 401(k) and collect a pension, you may be in a position to delay Social Security until age 70. Doing so can boost your monthly benefit by up to 24%. However, delaying Social Security will mean you’ll have to rely more heavily on your savings for several years and […] The post I Have $1 Million in Savings and a Pension. Should I Delay Social Security and Rely on My 401(k) for 8 Years? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 75 min )

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Whether you're looking for a proven player, passive income, or a breakout growth story, there are plenty of stocks worth buying this spring.  ( 77 min )

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Consumer spending has shown remarkable resilience even as economic worries clouded the outlook for the payments sector for months. PayPal's newly appointed management is also aiming to reignite investor confidence through efforts to make the company leaner and lower costs to ease pressure on its stock, which was among the worst performers on the Nasdaq last year.  ( 72 min )

Exxon is a financial fortress.  ( 73 min )

Investors marked time ahead of the Fed's rate decision, with earnings from Amazon on deck to test prospects for a Big Tech-fueled bump.  ( 75 min )

Investors marked time ahead of the Fed's rate decision, with earnings from Amazon on deck to test prospects for a Big Tech-fueled bump.  ( 74 min )

The aggressive growth investor added to these three existing positions on Monday.  ( 73 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Cocoa plunged by the most ever — slumping as much as 27% in just two days — with price swings becoming more extreme as fewer investors and companies can afford to maintain trading positions.Most Read from BloombergTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a Day. Increasingly, Only 10 MatterBinance and CZ’s Fortunes Are Set to Grow, Jail or no JailUS Warns ICC Action on Israel Wo  ( 73 min )

McDonald's hefty expansion plans helped to boost sales in Q1.  ( 74 min )

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Sky-rocketing demand for Mounjaro and Zepbound, both chemically known as tirzepatide, has propelled the drugmaker's market value above $700 billion - surpassing both Tesla and Walmart. Lilly said its raised forecast reflects "greater clarity about the company's production expansion for the remainder of the year". In the short- to mid-term, the U.S. drugmaker expects sales growth for its weight-loss and diabetes treatments to primarily depend on how much it can produce and ship.  ( 64 min )

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“He has $1.2 million invested. I have close to $5 million in investments.”  ( 76 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Democratic US lawmakers led by Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren are asking the Securities and Exchange Commission to investigate the timing of stock sales by UnitedHealth Group Inc.’s chairman and three executives.Most Read from BloombergTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemHSBC CEO Quinn Unexpectedly Steps Down After Almost 5 YearsStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a Day. Increasingly, Only 10 MatterBinance and CZ’s Fortunes Are Set to Grow, Jail or no JailUS  ( 72 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Asian shares advanced Tuesday, led by Japanese equities, while the latest data from China emphasized the ongoing recovery in the world’s second-biggest economy.Most Read from BloombergTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a Day. Increasingly, Only 10 MatterUS Warns ICC Action on Israel Would Hurt Cease-Fire ChancesYen Sparks Intervention Suspicion After U-Turn From 1990 LowsWhat 60,000 Headlines Say About the Fed’s Next MoveGauges c  ( 74 min )

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Dan Purcell, the founder and CEO of Ceartas, recalls feeling devastated when he realized that a former partner had, unbeknownst to him, uploaded private, intimate videos of them onto a porn site. Purcell then looked into services that could help him take the videos down, but most were aimed at large enterprises rather than creators. Resolved to come up with a solution to help prevent such violations, Purcell roped in his co-founder Jonny Smyth (now CTO of the startup) to build Ceartas in 2021.  ( 71 min )

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Asia's first spot bitcoin and ether ETFs debuted in Hong Kong with dismal trading volumes.  ( 71 min )

Annuities are an essential component of the American retirement system. But few of us even understand them, let alone buy them.  ( 74 min )

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These are two rock-solid ETFs for long-term investors, but they have some important differences.  ( 73 min )

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This up-and-coming fast-casual chain has a promising future.  ( 73 min )

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Wall Street's brightest, most successful billionaire money managers are ditching Nvidia in favor of two time-tested income stocks with yields of 6.6%!  ( 75 min )

This "Magnificent Seven" tech stock has the strength to soar, thanks to its growth engines.  ( 75 min )

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Nasdaq futures are also falling in premarket trading.  ( 16 min )

I've been buying shares of Realty Income hand over fist this year.  ( 73 min )

Meta Platforms and Alphabet have initiated quarterly payouts since this year began, leaving only two Magnificent Seven constituents as non-payers.  ( 75 min )

It's safer and simpler than you might think to make money in the stock market.  ( 73 min )

Several hedge fund billionaires sold shares of Nvidia and bought shares of Amazon during the fourth quarter.  ( 74 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Gold was on track for a third straight month of gains due to strong central bank and haven demand, as the focus turned to this week’s Federal Reserve rate-decision meeting at which policymakers are expected to strike a hawkish tone.Most Read from BloombergTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a Day. Increasingly, Only 10 MatterUS Warns ICC Action on Israel Would Hurt Cease-Fire ChancesYen Sparks Intervention Suspicion After U-Turn F  ( 72 min )

China has built up a $170bn (£135bn) stockpile of gold after a record buying spree, in a move that has raised fears Beijing is preparing its economy for a possible conflict over Taiwan.  ( 73 min )

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MSTR earnings call for the period ending March 31, 2024.  ( 97 min )

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Palantir has emerged as a leader in the AI revolution, but does that make the company the next big opportunity in tech?  ( 73 min )

Super Micro Computer shares tumbled in after-hours trading Tuesday after the company reported revenue that missed analysts' expectations despite more than doubling from the year-ago period.  ( 17 min )

Amazon reported first-quarter earnings after the bell Tuesday that beat analysts' estimates on the back of growth from its Amazon Web Services and advertising revenue.  ( 17 min )

Stellantis shares plunged on Tuesday after the automaker reported a big drop in first-quarter revenue and shipments ahead of the release of a number of new models this year.  ( 18 min )

The S&P 500 dropped 1.6% on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, cementing its first monthly loss of the year as data on wage growth reignited inflation concerns.  ( 17 min )

PayPal reported results for the first quarter that beat estimates and raised its full-year earnings guidance as its payment volumes and transactions climbed.  ( 17 min )

Amazon announced Tuesday that its AI-powered assistant Amazon Q for businesses and developers is generally available in the U.S.  ( 19 min )

Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao was sentenced to four months in prison Tuesday. CZ had pleaded guilty to charges including money laundering by Binance last November.  ( 19 min )

Cannabis stocks soared on Tuesday after the Associated Press reported the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration planned to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous class of drug  ( 17 min )

HSBC Shares rose Tuesday after the London-based bank surprised the market and said its group CEO was stepping down.  ( 17 min )

An index measuring wages and benefits grew more than economists expected in the first quarter in a sign that inflation could be reheating.  ( 18 min )

Walmart is closing 51 health centers in five states and will shutter its telehealth business, as expenses around building a network of low-cost health clinics increase. The company is also launching a new grocery label called BetterGoods.  ( 17 min )

3M exceeded estimates for first-quarter profit and sales, signaling its streamlining efforts are paying off. However, the company also announced the end of an era in its annual dividend hikes.  ( 17 min )

U.S. equities dropped at midday as the market reacted to the latest earnings news and a report showing employment costs rose more than expected in the first quarter.  ( 17 min )

McDonald's reported first-quarter earnings that missed estimates as its results were hurt by the effects of inflation on consumers and continuing boycotts in the Middle East.  ( 17 min )

Higher prices and strong demand in Latin America helped boost first-quarter results for Coca-Cola.  ( 17 min )

GE HealthCare shares tumbled Tuesday after the medical device manufacturer reported weaker-than-expected results as sales in its Imaging, Ultrasound, and Patient Care Solutions segments fell.  ( 18 min )

The Drugmaker Raised Full-Year Revenue Projections by $2 Billion  ( 18 min )

News of the day for April 30, 2024  ( 19 min )

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NXP shares jumped 6% in extended trading Monday after the Dutch-based chipmaker posted quarterly earnings and a current-quarter outlook that came in ahead of estimates. Monitor this important chart level.  ( 18 min )

Prijzen voor goederen en diensten zijn de afgelopen drie jaar meer gestegen dan de lonen. Die zijn sinds 2020 gemiddeld 12,6 procent omhoog gegaan, terwijl de inflatie over dezelfde periode 17,3 procent bedroeg. Dat blijkt uit cijfers van statistiekbureau CBS.  ( 1 min )

De Amerikaanse rechtbank heeft een gevangenisstraf van vier maanden opgelegd. De oprichter en voormalige topman van cryptoplatform Binance is veroordeeld voor het overtreden van antiwitwasregels.  ( 1 min )

Schiphol heeft op meer dan een derde van de werkplekken in de bagagehallen nog geen tilhulp om bagagemedewerkers te ontlasten. De luchthaven wilde de tilhulpen overal hebben, maar zegt tegen technische en operationele uitdagingen aan te lopen.  ( 1 min )

Marktplaats introduceert een nieuwe functie waarmee gebruikers een product voor een vaste vraagprijs meteen kunnen aanschaffen. Er hoeft dan niet meer onderhandeld te worden over de prijs.  ( 1 min )

Tientallen winkels van Sacha verdwijnen binnenkort uit de winkelstraten. Het bedrijf kan de winkels niet openhouden door kostenstijgingen. Sacha wil wel verder als online schoenenwinkel.  ( 1 min )

Brussel grijpt in bij Facebook-moederbedrijf Meta omdat het bedrijf te weinig doet tegen de verspreiding van desinformatie op Facebook en Instagram. Daardoor bestaat de kans dat bijvoorbeeld Russische verspreiders van nepnieuws de aankomende Europese verkiezingen beïnvloeden.  ( 1 min )

De lonen zijn in april met 4,7 procent gestegen. Daarmee zet de dalende trend door aangezien er in maart nog sprake was van een stijging van 5,8 procent. Bedrijven zijn terughoudender geworden in het maken van forse loonafspraken vanwege de economische onzekerheid.  ( 1 min )

De economie van de landen die met de euro betalen is in de eerste drie maanden van dit jaar licht gegroeid. Daardoor kwam het eurogebied uit een milde recessie, nadat de economie in de vorige twee kwartalen was gekrompen.  ( 1 min )

Tim Kuik stopt vandaag na 25 jaar als directeur van Stichting BREIN. Als groot tegenstander van illegale downloads was hij ooit 'de meest gehate man op internet'. Maar in gesprek met NU.nl zegt hij nooit de handdoek in de ring te hebben willen gooien.  ( 1 min )

Air France-KLM heeft in de eerste drie maanden van 2024 een verlies van bijna een half miljard euro geleden als gevolg van slecht weer en langdurig onderhoud aan vliegtuigen. Het is het grootste kwartaalverlies sinds het eerste kwartaal van 2022.  ( 1 min )

De helft van de Nederlandse beleggingsfondsen die zichzelf duurzaam noemen, investeert nog in de fossiele sector. Daarmee voldoen ze niet aan nieuwe Europese regels, die waarschijnlijk later dit jaar ingaan.  ( 1 min )

Voor woensdag moeten miljoenen mensen belastingaangifte doen. Traditioneel doen velen dit op het allerlaatste moment. Ook kun je net als miljoenen anderen uitstel aanvragen. Boetes voor een te late aangifte, krijg je overigens niet snel.  ( 1 min )

Tim Kuik stopt vandaag na 25 jaar als directeur van Stichting BREIN. Als groot tegenstander van illegale downloads was hij ooit 'de meest gehate man op internet'. Maar in gesprek met NU.nl zegt hij nooit de handdoek in de ring te hebben willen gooien.  ( 1 min )

Air France-KLM heeft in de eerste drie maanden van 2024 een verlies van bijna een half miljard euro geleden als gevolg van slecht weer en langdurig onderhoud aan vliegtuigen. Het is het grootste kwartaalverlies sinds het eerste kwartaal van 2022.  ( 1 min )

Het Chinese modeplatform Shein breidt uit naar de wereld van verzorging, huishoudelijke producten en speelgoed. Daarover is het snelgroeiende bedrijf in gesprek met onder meer Colgate-Palmolive en Hasbro, schrijft persbureau Reuters.  ( 1 min )

Begin dit jaar waren er in Nederland ruim 83.000 fysieke winkels. Dat aantal nam vorig jaar met 1.100 toe en daarmee is de dalende trend van de afgelopen jaren onderbroken, blijkt uit cijfers van statistiekbureau CBS.  ( 1 min )

De inflatie is in april afgenomen tot 2,7 procent, meldt statistiekbureau CBS. Die daling heeft vooral te maken met de energieprijzen en de prijzen aan de pomp.  ( 1 min )

Tim Kuik stopt vandaag na 25 jaar als directeur van Stichting BREIN. Als groot tegenstander van illegale downloads was hij ooit 'de meest gehate man op internet'. Maar in gesprek met NU.nl zegt hij nooit de handdoek in de ring te hebben willen gooien.  ( 1 min )

Demissionair klimaatminister Rob Jetten gaat mogelijk subsidie verlenen aan de opslag van CO2 uit omgebouwde kolencentrales die alleen nog maar biomassa verbranden. Maar volgens een recent advies aan het kabinet kost dat veel geld en levert het op termijn weinig op voor het klimaat.  ( 1 min )

Stellantis shares plunged on Tuesday after the automaker reported a big drop in first-quarter revenue and shipments ahead of the release of a number of new models this year.  ( 1 min )

HSBC Shares rose Tuesday after the London-based bank surprised the market and said its group CEO was stepping down.  ( 1 min )

Walmart is closing 51 health centers in five states and will shutter its telehealth business, as expenses around building a network of low-cost health clinics increase. The company is also launching a new grocery label called BetterGoods.  ( 1 min )

3M exceeded estimates for first-quarter profit and sales, signaling its streamlining efforts are paying off. However, the company also announced the end of an era in its annual dividend hikes.  ( 1 min )

The S&P 500 dropped 1.6% on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, cementing its first monthly loss of the year as data on wage growth reignited inflation concerns.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities dropped at midday as the market reacted to the latest earnings news and a report showing employment costs rose more than expected in the first quarter.  ( 1 min )

U.S. stock futures ticked lower in premarket trading on Tuesday as earnings reports from consumer giants continued to roll in and the Federal Reserve began its two-day policy meeting.  ( 1 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Berkshire Hathaway Inc.’s PacifiCorp now faces a demand for $30 billion from victims of Oregon’s 2020 Labor Day wildfires, an escalation of a legal onslaught on the largest grid operator in the western US.Most Read from BloombergTesla Soars on Tentative China Approval for Driving SystemStocks Trade for 390 Minutes a Day. Increasingly, Only 10 MatterYen Sparks Intervention Suspicion After U-Turn From 1990 LowsWhat 60,000 Headlines Say About the Fed’s Next MoveUS Warns ICC Action on  ( 73 min )

Amazon earnings preview: What to expect from the company's fiscal fourth quarter results  ( 73 min )

Investors were cheered by the company's signing of several new debt financing deals.  ( 72 min )

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Despite muted anticipation for the new products, an executive of one of the issuers reportedly expects that the first-day issuance of the Hong Kong offerings will exceed the U.S. debut in January.  ( 72 min )

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MicroStrategy (MSTR) reported a net operating loss of $53.1 million, or $3.09 per share, in the first quarter after taking a digital asset impairment charge of $191.6 million, according to a Monday afternoon press release. While some had expected the company might adopt the new digital asset fair value accounting standard, and thus report a sizable profit thanks to bitcoin's {{BTC}} first quarter rally, the company elected not to do so. Speaking on the earnings call, CFO Andrew Kang said the company fully plans to adopt the new digital asset fair value accounting rule and is currently evaluating the best time to do so.  ( 71 min )

Income-seeking investors are always on the lookout for reliable high-yield stocks with a history of consistent dividend growth. Three companies that fit this bill are Federal Realty Investment Trust (NYSE:FRT), Realty Income Corp. (NYSE:O), and Pfizer ...  ( 73 min )

Despite the tough macro environment, this bank continues to perform flawlessly.  ( 71 min )

AMD will report its Q1 earnings after the bell on Tuesday, as Wall Street looks for signs of AI and PC sales growth.  ( 74 min )

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Bets against Tesla stock are still mounting even as short sellers lose billions following the stock's post earnings report surge.  ( 73 min )

Escalating electricity needs from running AI data centers will create downstream investment benefits in the utilities, renewable energy generation, and industrial sectors, according to Goldman Sachs. In a recently published study, equity analyst Carly Davenport has listed a basket of stocks positioned to benefit from the potential massive surge in U.S. power demand. The investment bank forecasts that data center power demand will grow at 15% compound annual growth rate from 2023-2030. This growt  ( 73 min )

A 53-year-old trucker named Donny called into "The Ramsey Show" asking Dave Ramsey and co-host Dr. John Delony for advice on finding a way out of his distressing circumstances. Donny's initial admission set the tone. “I'm 53 years old, have absolutely nothing for retirement, I'm $50,000 in debt, and I want a divorce,” he said. Don't Miss: The shocking amount the average American would save by now if they started an account in 2010 with today’s high yield savings rates will make you run to open y  ( 73 min )

“I guess just a PSA to investors out there: You only get eventual justice with the SEC, if you even get that,” Asana CEO Dustin Moskovitz said.  ( 73 min )

NYCB did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment seeking details about the delay. The bank has been under pressure since January when it posted a surprise loss for the fourth quarter due to higher provisions tied to its exposure to the commercial real estate portfolio. NYCB's acquisition of Flagstar Bank in 2022 and some assets of failed Signature Bank last year had pushed it above the $100-billion threshold.  ( 71 min )

Intel stock just flopped again. It's become a pattern.  ( 74 min )

SoFi Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:SOFI) shares reversed their gains after the company reported fiscal first-quarter 2024 results on Monday. Adjusted revenue increased 26% year-on-year to $580.648 million, beating the consensus of $555.997 million. The adjusted EPS of $0.02 beat the consensus of $0.01. SoFi added 622,000 new members in the quarter, bringing its total member count to over 8.1 million (+44% Y/Y). SoFi also added over 989,000 new products in the quarter, for a total of over 11.8 millio  ( 72 min )

Artificial intelligence is garnering a lot of hype right now, but one notable name in the space is falling behind.  ( 73 min )

Retiring early might sound like a fantasy, especially in today’s economic climate, but financial guru Dave Ramsey assures us it’s entirely possible with the right strategies—one of the most potent being an investment in real estate. In his recent ...  ( 64 min )

‘Audentes Fortuna iuvat,’ wrote Virgil in his classic epic, the Aeneid. The saying, translated as ‘Fortune favors the bold,’ means that Fortuna, the Goddess of luck, is more likely to help those who take risks or action. The stock market gives us one of the clearest examples of this principle with penny stocks. These low-cost shares, listed at $5 or less, present a rock-bottom entry point, making them true gold for the risk-tolerant investor. The appeal is clear. For the same price as one share  ( 75 min )

At 14 times predicted 2026 earnings, the stock looks cheap.  ( 72 min )

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), now the world’s second most valuable company, has had a challenging year so far in 2024. The tech giant has lost significant market share in China to domestic rival Huawei, and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently ...  ( 73 min )

Rising Treasury yields are once again a headwind for stocks. Strategists don't see relief coming unless Fed Chair Jerome Powell is surprisingly dovish in his press conference on Wednesday.  ( 73 min )

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Realty Income Corp. (NYSE:O), known as “The Monthly Dividend Company,” has been a reliable source of consistent dividend income for investors over the years. As a real estate investment trust (REIT) and a member of the elite group of Dividend ...  ( 73 min )

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Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN), will be reporting its first-quarter earnings on Tuesday. Wall Street expects 78 cents in EPS and $133.1 billion in revenues as the company reports after market hours. Amazon stock has been buoyed by the company’s strong positioning in AI, cloud computing, and e-commerce. The stock has been on an upward trajectory, gaining 71.10% over the past year and showing a positive trend of 18.22% YTD. Key Factors To Watch As Amazon Reports Q1 Earnings As Amazon prepares to rep  ( 72 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Boeing Co. is looking to sell bonds in as many as six parts, its first bond sale after the planemaker reported a quarterly loss and $3.9 billion of cash burn, and Moody’s Ratings cut the company’s credit rating to a step above junk. Most Read from BloombergMusk Leaves China With Tesla Driving Software Hurdles ClearedMusk Makes Surprise China Visit in Search of Tesla Revenue BoostElliott Built ‘Large’ Stake in Buffett-Favored Sumitomo, Source SaysYen Rebounds Strongly After First S  ( 71 min )

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Warren Buffett, notorious for his cherry sodas and aversion to splurges, is the king of value investing. But when it came to his billionaire buddy Bill Gates and popping the question, Buffett tossed frugality out the window, according to "The Deals of Warren Buffett Volume 2: The Making of a Billionaire" by Glen Arnold. In 1993, Gates, accompanied by his future wife Melinda, visited Omaha, Nebraska, to attend a Berkshire Hathaway Inc. shareholder’s conference. They were greeted by Buffett, who q  ( 73 min )

Musk has been making promises about its FSD software for years, but this weekend could finally be a watershed moment.  ( 72 min )

Palantir's popular AIP platform could spur revenue growth at the artificial intelligence company.  ( 71 min )

Intel keeps disappointing investors amid the rising stock prices in the semiconductor industry.  ( 71 min )

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Here's how you can profit from this game-changing technology.  ( 73 min )

Here's everything you need to know about the electric vehicle maker's week.  ( 71 min )

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Are you looking to build a solid investment portfolio that can weather any market condition? Look no further than the wisdom of Kevin O’Leary, the renowned venture capitalist and Shark Tank star. In a recent LinkedIn post, O’Leary shared his ...  ( 72 min )

Ark Invest bought more shares of companies down heavily.  ( 6 min )

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The company's enormous size makes it difficult to buy and then remove a meaningful number of outstanding shares.  ( 72 min )

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There aren't many businesses that are higher quality than this one.  ( 73 min )

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These companies pay durable dividends that should last for decades.  ( 74 min )

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As concerns regarding delayed rate cuts amid looming geopolitical threats pile on, investing in dividend stocks might be the best move for investors seeking passive income. These investments not only provide a steady stream of income but also offer a ...  ( 73 min )

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The "Magnificent Seven" stocks dominate the artificial intelligence (AI) arena. One notable hedge fund manager has three in his top 10 holdings.  ( 74 min )

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Tesla is providing a boost ahead of a big week filled with a Fed rate decision, the monthly jobs report, and more Big Tech earnings.  ( 74 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- The family behind one of Mexico’s biggest diversified fortunes is ramping up its long-term wager on a US regional bank, joining a wave of the nation’s super-rich expanding their overseas investments.Most Read from BloombergMusk Leaves China With Tesla Driving Software Hurdles ClearedMusk Makes Surprise China Visit in Search of Tesla Revenue BoostElliott Built ‘Large’ Stake in Buffett-Favored Sumitomo, Source SaysYen Rebounds Strongly After First Slide Past 160 Since 1990Yen Watche  ( 73 min )

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A job applicant refused to complete an aptitude test because it "seemed like a lot of work." It cost them the job, but now the employer who admitted he was put off has come under fire.  ( 73 min )

Despite liking the business models, I'm noticing some potential signs of trouble.  ( 71 min )

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All three AI stocks should be big winners over the long term.  ( 73 min )

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The ingredients could be in place for one stock to replace Bank of America as Buffett's second largest holding.  ( 73 min )

This top Vanguard growth fund should be at the top of your shopping list if the market dips.  ( 72 min )

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S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures are also rising in premarket trading.  ( 16 min )

Four wealthy hedge fund managers sold shares of Nvidia during the fourth quarter and redeployed capital into a supercharged Nasdaq-100 index fund.  ( 74 min )

Many technology stocks are soaring, and you may be wondering if they've gotten too expensive.  ( 74 min )

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Congress' three most-active traders, along with former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, have been piling into four brand-name artificial intelligence (AI) stocks.  ( 75 min )

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Investment platforms will take some time to establish the necessary compliance framework to sell bitcoin ETF products, the report said.  ( 71 min )

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Although Berkshire Hathaway's $373 billion portfolio contains 45 stocks and two index funds, not all of the Oracle of Omaha's holdings are equal.  ( 75 min )

C3.ai and SoundHound AI are two popular AI experts with flexible business models. But which one is the better investment in April 2024? The answer might surprise you.  ( 36 min )

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Bitcoin's fourth halving marks a significant milestone, with notable differences that every investor needs to know.  ( 72 min )

Investors are hoping Fed Chair Jerome Powell will provide some answers this week about everything from the unpredictable path of inflation to whether 2024 rate cuts are still a possibility.  ( 74 min )